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Port of Surte

SESUR🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Surte

Surte is a historic Swedish seaport established in 1640. It historically handled general cargo and tanker vessels.

Background
Surte is a locality situated in Ale Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. It had 5,798 inhabitants in 2010. Surte Church is located in the town.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
SE-O
Latitude
57.8167°
Longitude
12.0167°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11524866 →
Wikidata
Q287691 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SESUR
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1640

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Surte?+
The approach to Surte is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rune Lighthouse at 9.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include Knippelholmen (10.3 NM SW), Hälsö Nedre (12.4 NM WSW), Hälsö Övre (12.5 NM WSW), Brandnäsbrotten (13.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Surte?+
The Port of Surte 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 Surte?+
You can track vessels near Surte (SESUR) 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 SESUR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Surte?+
The Port of Surte 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 Surte?+
SURTE (UN/Locode: SESUR), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 57.83000° N, 12.01000° E.
Where is the Port of Surte located?+
Coordinates: 57.83000° N, 12.01000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:NOL (PORTS) — UN/Locode: SENOL — 57.91667° N, 12.06667° EGOTEBORG — UN/Locode: SEGOT — 57.69950° N, 11.88300° EOCKERO — UN/Locode: SEOCO — 57.70700° N, 11.65850° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Surte?+
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 Surte?+
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 Surte?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Tanker.