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Port of Mönsterås

SEMON🇸🇪Sweden

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About Port of Mönsterås

Mönsterås is a Swedish seaport on the Baltic Sea coast. It handles general cargo and tanker vessels. The port has no significant operational restrictions.

Background
Mönsterås is a locality and the seat of Mönsterås Municipality, Kalmar County, Sweden, with 6,352 inhabitants in 2012.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q599114 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.monsteras.se →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SEMON
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1

Region

Subdivision
SE-H
Latitude
57.0333°
Longitude
16.4333°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Mönsterås?+
The approach to Mönsterås is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Slottsbredan Lighthouse at 8.3 NM to the SE with a nominal range of 8.6 NM. Other aids include Dämman (8.7 NM ENE), Borgholm (11.5 NM SE), Finnrevet (16 NM NNE), Sillåsen (16.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Mönsterås?+
The Port of Mönsterås is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Mönsterås?+
You can track vessels near Mönsterås (SEMON) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for SEMON on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Mönsterås?+
The Port of Mönsterås operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Mönsterås?+
MONSTERAS (UN/Locode: SEMON), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 57.10000° N, 16.56000° E.
Where is the Port of Mönsterås located?+
Coordinates: 57.10000° N, 16.56000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MONSTERAS — UN/Locode: SEJAT — 57.09750° N, 16.55750° EOSKARSHAMN — UN/Locode: SEOSK — 57.26700° N, 16.46800° EBORGHOLM — UN/Locode: SEBOM — 56.87986° N, 16.64668° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Mönsterås?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Mönsterås?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Mönsterås?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Tanker.