PORVOO ANCH

• Latitude: 60.2695
• Longitude: 25.5448
• Baltic Sea
• Anchorage in Finland

Location: Finland

Sure! Below are the general details and specifications of the marine port anchorage for Porvoo, Finland:

Porvoo Anchorage Overview:

Location: Porvoo Anchorage is situated near the city of Porvoo on the southern coast of Finland. Porvoo lies approximately 50 km east of Helsinki, on the northern shore of the Gulf of Finland.

Geographical Coordinates:

• Latitude: 60° 22' N
• Longitude: 25° 40' E

Anchorage Details:

Type:

• Coastal Anchorage

Water Depth:

• Varies depending on exact anchorage points, generally accommodating vessels of moderate draft.

Seafloor Composition:

• The seabed in the anchorage area generally consists of mud and sand, providing good holding ground for anchoring.

Protection & Shelter:

• The anchorage is reasonably well-protected from prevailing weather patterns but can be exposed to strong winds and waves from the southeast direction.

Harbor Type:

• Open roadstead, lacking substantial man-made shelter.

Anchorage Usage:

• Commonly used for vessels waiting to enter the Port of Sköldvik (notably for the Porvoo Oil Refinery, one of Finland's largest industrial sites) and other nearby facilities.

Port Services:

Pilotage:

• Compulsory and available for vessels navigating into the Port of Sköldvik and other nearby ports in Porvoo.

Tug Assistance:

• Tugboats are available for assistance, particularly for tanker vessels and large cargo ships.

Mooring/Unmooring:

• Anchorage does not have fixed mooring buoys; ships generally use their own anchors.

Bunkering:

• Fueling services may be available through coordination with local suppliers.

Waste Disposal:

• Waste disposal services are in place, but arrangements must be made in advance with the port authorities.

Nearby Facilities:

Port of Sköldvik:

• Close to Porvoo Anchorage and primarily serves the Enrefu Oil Refinery (Neste Oil Company).
• Offers several deep-water berths for crude oil tankers and oil products.

Port of Helsinki:

• Relatively close and accessible for other types of cargo and passenger services.

Logistics and Transport:

• Proximity to major road and rail networks connecting to the rest of Finland and the Baltic region.
• Helsinki Vantaa International Airport is the closest primary air gateway.

Navigation and Safety:

Approaches:

• Ships typically approach from the southwest, via the Gulf of Finland.

Weather Conditions:

• Maritime weather can vary seasonally, with freezing conditions possible in winter, requiring ice navigation awareness and possibly icebreaker support.

Communication:

• VHF channels for communication are in place, typically coordinating through the Porvoo VTS (Vessel Traffic Service).

Security:

• Standard ISPS (International Ship and Port Facility Security) Code measures are enforced.

Please note, this is a general overview and for specific and up-to-date navigation, pilots, and safety instructions, direct consultation with the local port authorities and maritime services is advised before planning any voyage.