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Port of Stenungsund

SESTE🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Stenungsund

Stenungsund is a Swedish seaport handling gas carriers, general cargo, and tankers. It features mobile cranes with lifting capacities up to 24 MT. The port is situated on Sweden's west coast.

Background
Stenungsund is a locality and the seat of Stenungsund Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden with 23,429 inhabitants in 2023.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
12.06m

Region

Subdivision
SE-O
Latitude
58.7500°
Longitude
11.8167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q1001939 →
Wikipedia
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Official Site
www.stenungsund.se →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Stenungsund?+
The controlling depth at Stenungsund is 12.06 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.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Stenungsund?+
The approach to Stenungsund is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fløberg Lighthouse at 21.3 NM to the NW. Other aids include Sponvikskansen (27.3 NM NW), Glan (27.5 NM WNW), Kuskjær (27.7 NM NW), Homlungen (29.3 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Stenungsund?+
The Port of Stenungsund 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 Stenungsund?+
You can track vessels near Stenungsund (SESTE) 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 SESTE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Stenungsund?+
The Port of Stenungsund 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 Stenungsund?+
STENUNGSUND (UN/Locode: SESTE), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 58.07750° N, 11.81000° E.
Where is the Port of Stenungsund located?+
Coordinates: 58.07750° N, 11.81000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:WALLHAMN — UN/Locode: SEWAL — 58.00750° N, 11.69350° EGOTA — UN/Locode: SEGOA — 58.12000° N, 12.13000° ERONNANG — UN/Locode: SERNG — 57.94192° N, 11.57044° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Stenungsund?+
Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 12.06 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Stenungsund?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Stenungsund?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; pilotage advisable; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Stenungsund?+
Vessel types historically calling: Gas Carrier, General Cargo and Tanker.