Port of Oskarshamn

The controlling depth at Oskarshamn is 10.05 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Oskarshamn is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Finnrevet Lighthouse at 6.6 NM to the E with a nominal range of 8.6 NM. Other aids include Blå Jungfrun Västra (11.5 NM E), Dämman (14.8 NM SE), Hornsudde (15.8 NM ESE), Vinö Bredhäll (17.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Oskarshamn 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.

You can track vessels near Oskarshamn (SEOSK) 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 SEOSK on the live map.

The Port of Oskarshamn 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.

OSKARSHAMN (UN/Locode: SEOSK), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 57.26700° N, 16.46800° E.

Coordinates: 57.26700° N, 16.46800° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MONSTERAS — UN/Locode: SEMON — 57.10000° N, 16.56000° EMONSTERAS — UN/Locode: SEJAT — 57.09750° N, 16.55750° EFLIVIK — UN/Locode: SEFLI — 57.54350° N, 16.58600° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 10.05 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.