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Port of Ortviken

SEORT🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Ortviken

Also known as: Jarnvagsbassangen, Jarnvagshamnen, Järnvägsbassängen, Järnvägshamnen

Ortviken is a harbor located in Sweden, on the Gulf of Bothnia. It serves as a port for industrial cargo, with facilities for tugs and compulsory pilotage.

Background
Ortviken är en stadsdel i Sundsvall med framför allt bostadsrättslägenheter, belägen öster om stadsdelen Skönsberg. Både Ortviken och Skönsberg tillhör stadsdelsområdet Skönsberg. Ortviken ligger cirka 3 km från Sundsvalls centrum och cirka 1 km från Skönsbergs centrum.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
52m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
25900 →
GeoNames ID
2703226 →
Wikidata
Q10612732 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SEORT
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
SE-Y
Latitude
62.3833°
Longitude
17.3500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ortviken?+
The approach to Ortviken is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Strömskaten Lighthouse at 15.1 NM to the SE. Other aids include Mellanfjärden (26.1 NM S), Gnäggen (42.5 NM NE), Hölickskär (46 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 Ortviken?+
The Port of Ortviken 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 Ortviken?+
You can track vessels near Ortviken (SEORT) 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 SEORT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ortviken?+
The Port of Ortviken 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.