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Port Overview
Ballstaviken (SEBLV) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in Sweden, serving as a critical node in the Scandinavian maritime logistics network. Situated in the southeastern region of Sweden, this port plays a significant role in facilitating regional and international maritime trade, offering sophisticated infrastructure and comprehensive maritime services to global shipping operators.
Geographic Location & Access
Precisely located at 59.3532°N, 17.9677°E, Ballstaviken is positioned in an advantageous maritime corridor with excellent navigational approaches. The port benefits from a sheltered coastal position, providing natural protection from adverse maritime conditions. Its proximity to major shipping lanes in the Baltic Sea ensures efficient maritime connectivity, with relatively straightforward navigation channels and minimal approach complexities.
The local maritime climate is characterized by moderate seasonal variations, typical of the Baltic maritime region, with potential winter ice conditions requiring specialized navigation and ice-breaking support during colder months.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Ballstaviken demonstrates comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Multiple specialized cargo terminals
– Dedicated container handling facilities
– Bulk cargo and general cargo berths
– Total berth length: Approximately 1,200 linear meters
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Container storage capacity: 5,000 TEU
– Covered storage warehouses: 25,000 m²
– Open storage areas: 40,000 m²
Cargo Handling Equipment:
– Advanced gantry cranes
– Mobile harbor cranes
– Specialized bulk material handlers
– Conveyor systems for efficient cargo transfer
– Modern container handling equipment
Technical Specifications
Navigation Parameters:
– Maximum vessel draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 45 meters
– Maintained through regular dredging operations
– Tidal range: Minimal (±0.5 meters)
– 24/7 pilotage services available
– Comprehensive navigational aids
– Radar and vessel tracking systems
Pilotage and Support Services:
– Mandatory pilotage for vessels >150 meters
– Multiple tugboat services
– Advanced vessel traffic management system
– Real-time meteorological and hydrographic monitoring
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime services include:
Cargo Handling:
– Stevedoring services
– Multimodal cargo transfer
– Specialized container stuffing/stripping
– Customs clearance
– Bonded warehouse facilities
Support Services:
– Bunker fuel supply (Marine Gas Oil, Heavy Fuel Oil)
– Fresh water provisions
– Provisions and ship supplies
– Minor repair and maintenance capabilities
– Waste management and environmental services
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Port Economic Characteristics:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated logistics connections
– Direct rail and highway access
– Part of Sweden’s free trade infrastructure
– Significant regional economic contributor
Connectivity:
– Direct rail links to major Swedish industrial centers
– Proximity to national highway networks
– Intermodal transport capabilities
– Electronic customs clearance systems
Strategic Importance
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