Port of Karlshamn (SEKAN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Karlshamn (UN/LOCODE SEKAN) is a medium river (natural) harbor located in Sweden, on the Baltic Sea. It sits at 56.1528° N, 14.8692° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Sweden
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Karlshamn
Where is Port of Karlshamn located?
Port of Karlshamn is a seaport located in Sweden, on the Baltic Sea. Its coordinates are 56.1528° N, 14.8692° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Karlshamn?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Karlshamn is SEKAN — country code SE, location code KAN.
How deep is Port of Karlshamn?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Karlshamn has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Karlshamn?
Port of Karlshamn reports a maximum draft of 13.5 m, a maximum length of 240 m, a maximum beam of 42 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Karlshamn require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Karlshamn.
What type of harbor is Port of Karlshamn?
Port of Karlshamn is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Karlshamn have?
Port of Karlshamn is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Karlshamn are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #24370), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →