STICKENHOERN

  • Latitude: 54.3856
  • Longitude: 10.1661
  • Baltic Sea
  • Marina in Germany

Location: Kiel Germany

Phone number: +49 431 9810 0

Web-site: http://www.port-of-kiel.de/en/stickenhoern.html

Stickenhörn is a specialized port located in the Kiel Canal area of Germany. Ports in this region play a crucial role in maritime logistics, functioning as nodes for commercial shipping, industrial goods, and occasionally passenger services. Here's a detailed description and technical specifications for Stickenhörn:

Overview

  • Name: Stickenhörn Port
  • Location: Kiel Canal, Germany
  • Function: Maritime port for commercial and industrial activities

Specifications

General Characteristics

  • Type of Port: Inland Canal Port
  • Coordinates: Approximately 54.3650°N latitude, 10.1500°E longitude
  • Climate: Temperate maritime climate, which influences operational conditions

Infrastructure

  • Berths/Quays: Multiple berths capable of accommodating various vessel sizes.
  • Draft: Varies depending on the berth, generally accommodating medium-sized canal vessels due to the depth regulations of the Kiel Canal.
  • Cargo Handling Facilities: Equipped with cranes and other cargo-handling machinery for efficient loading and unloading of goods.
  • Storage Facilities: Warehousing options both in covered and open yard spaces, suitable for different types of cargo including containerized, bulk, and general cargo.

Nautical Details

  • Approach Channels: Accessed via the Kiel Canal, subject to the canal's width and depth limitations.
  • Pilotage: Generally required for safe navigation through the Kiel Canal, with services available to assist vessels in and out of the port.
  • Tide and Current Information: The canal is not significantly affected by tidal influences but has moderate current speeds that can affect maneuvering.

Services

  • Tug Assistance: Available for docking and undocking procedures.
  • Bunkering: Fueling services may be limited; vessels often rely on services provided in larger nearby ports.
  • Ship Repair: Basic repair services available, with larger repairs necessitating travel to more extensive facilities.

Additional Features

  • Customs and Immigration Services: As a port within Germany, it operates under EU customs regulations and has facilities to handle import/export documentation.
  • Security: Port security is maintained per international standards (ISPS Code).

Connectivity

  • Road Access: Well-connected by road to major highways and nearby cities.
  • Rail Access: Limited direct rail access; however, surrounding infrastructure supports cargo transit via rail.
  • Airports: Closest major airports are Hamburg Airport and Lübeck Airport.

Additional Notes

  • Stickenhörn port is a part of the larger Kiel Canal operations and benefits from the strategic location connecting the North Sea and the Baltic Sea.
  • Primary users include commercial shippers and industrial stakeholders focusing on intra-European routes.
  • Environmental Considerations: As with other ports along the Kiel Canal, Stickenhörn operates under strict environmental regulations to prevent pollution in the sensitive canal area.

Overall, Stickenhörn serves as a vital operational hub in the Kiel Canal system, facilitating efficient maritime trade within Europe.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
EMS POWER Towing/Tug KIEL 03:56:22
NANTUCKET Pleasure 03:26:11
GERHARD Dredging 03:26:10
HOPS Sailing 03:25:56
SENTA Pleasure 03:25:34
ANITA Pleasure 03:22:33
PILOT SCHILKSEE Port KIEL PILOT 02:55:29
ELLA Pleasure 02:53:17
KITTI WAKE Pleasure 02:29:25
SISU Sailing 02:29:24
HIDDENSEE Port KIEL 02:28:17
SAATSEE Other KIEL 02:25:53
WULF 2 Towing/Tug ROENNE DKLLLLPLL 01:57:34
ACE OF SPADES Sailing 01:57:04
PILOT STEIN Port KIEL PILOT SERVICE 01:26:13
ANTARES Sailing 01:24:09
SCHNEPFE baycraft KIEL 12:58:26
SCHUELP Other KIEL 12:58:23
WULF 10 Towing/Tug DEKEL 12:58:21
TRIGON Sailing 12:57:37

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