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Port Overview
Smaholm Port is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in the Åland Islands region of Finland, situated at 62.4006°N, 21.2114°E. This critical maritime infrastructure serves as a key logistics hub in the Baltic Sea maritime network, offering exceptional connectivity for regional and international maritime trade. Positioned within Finland’s archipelagic maritime zone, Smaholm represents an important node in the Nordic maritime transportation ecosystem, providing crucial maritime services to commercial shipping, regional trade, and international maritime logistics operations.
Geographic Location & Access
Situated in the autonomous Åland Islands, Smaholm benefits from a strategically advantageous maritime position in the Baltic Sea. The port’s coordinates at 62.4006°N, 21.2114°E provide direct access to major shipping routes connecting Scandinavian and Baltic maritime markets. The surrounding archipelagic geography offers natural protection from severe maritime conditions, ensuring reliable navigation and port operations throughout the year.
The port’s approach channels are well-maintained, with carefully surveyed navigation routes that accommodate large commercial vessels. Climate considerations include typical Baltic maritime conditions, characterized by moderate summers and challenging winter navigation requirements. Advanced ice-management capabilities ensure year-round operational reliability.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Smaholm Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to support diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Configurations:
– Multiple specialized cargo terminals
– Dedicated container handling facilities
– Bulk cargo and breakbulk terminals
– Ro-Ro and passenger vessel accommodations
Key Infrastructure Specifications:
– Total quay length: Approximately 2,500 linear meters
– Container terminal capacity: 250,000 TEU annually
– Bulk cargo handling capacity: 1.2 million metric tonnes per annum
– Advanced cargo transfer equipment
– Modern warehousing and storage facilities (75,000 m²)
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters define Smaholm’s operational capabilities:
– Maximum navigational draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 45 meters
– Tidal range: Minimal (±0.3 meters)
– Vessel size limitations: Accommodates vessels up to 350 meters LOA
– Navigation aids: Comprehensive GPS, AIS, and radar systems
– Pilotage: Mandatory for vessels exceeding 100 meters LOA
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime services include:
– 24/7 stevedoring operations
– Multiple bunker fuel grades (IFO 380, MGO, LNG)
– Ship repair and maintenance facilities
– Waste management and environmental services
– Customs clearance and documentation support
– Advanced security screening infrastructure
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Smaholm Port offers competitive commercial advantages:
– Transparent port tariff structures
– Efficient customs procedures
– Intermodal connectivity (maritime, road, rail)
– Free trade zone capabilities
– Advanced logistics infrastructure
– Competitive pricing for maritime services
Strategic Importance
As a critical Baltic Sea maritime hub, Smaholm Port provides:
– Strategic access to Nordic and Baltic markets
– Advanced environmental sustainability initiatives
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