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Port of Västerås

SEVST🇸🇪Sweden

Port Location

About Port of Västerås

This medium-sized port is situated on Lake Mälaren in central Sweden. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, and tankers, utilizing mobile and fixed cranes for operations.

Background
Västerås is a city in central Sweden on the shore of Lake Mälaren in the province of Västmanland, 100 kilometres west of Stockholm. The city had a population of 127,799 at the end of 2019, out of the municipal total of 158,653, over 100,000 more than the next largest of the 17 localities included in the Västerås Municipality.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
7m
Channel Depth
5ft
Elevation
9m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
25395 →
GeoNames ID
11886675 →
Wikidata
Q25412 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.vasteras.se →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
SE-U
Latitude
59.6167°
Longitude
16.5500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Västerås?+
The controlling depth at Västerås is 7 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 Västerås?+
The approach to Västerås is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Aludden Lighthouse at 48.9 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 5 NM. Other aids include Djursholmsudde (49.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Västerås?+
The Port of Västerås 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 Västerås?+
You can track vessels near Västerås (SEVST) 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 SEVST on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Västerås?+
The Port of Västerås 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 Västerås?+
VASTERAS (UN/Locode: SEVST), Sweden is a seaport located at approximately 59.59400° N, 16.56000° E.
Where is the Port of Västerås located?+
Coordinates: 59.59400° N, 16.56000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KOPING — UN/Locode: SEKOG — 59.49850° N, 16.02500° ESTRANGNAS — UN/Locode: SESTQ — 59.38000° N, 17.04000° EBALSTA — UN/Locode: SEBAA — 59.55000° N, 17.55000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Västerås?+
Harbor type/size: Lake or Canal and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m; anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m; cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m; oil terminal depth 4.9m - 6.1m and maximum draft approx. 7 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Västerås?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Västerås?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not 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.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Västerås?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo and Tanker.