Haukipudas (FIHAU)

The port is closed due to ice for 3-4 months (usually Jan-Apr).

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for ships of 100m or less in length, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Haukipudas is located in the W of Finland, on the NE coast of the Gulf of Bothnia.

Max LOA 110m, draught 5.5m.

The outer anchorage for Haukipudas (65°11'N 025°21'E) in which there is a depth of approx 15.5m, is situated 0.7nm WNW of Rivinletto Light tower. Vessels with a draught of 6.7m may reach the inner anchorage approx 1nm further ENE, in which there is a depth of 8.5m. If proceeding to the outer anchorage, leave the Hoikkahiuvet/Hiuvet Leading Line when Rivinletto Light bears 078°, showing white; steer ENE for 0.75nm and then N to the anchorage.

BA 2302, 3062. Admiralty Pilot NP20.

1000.

Vessels requiring a pilot apply to Marjaniemi Pilot Station, 65°02'N 024°34'E. Pilotage is compulsory for foreign vessels. Pilots require 12 hours notice of ETA at Kelmi Lightbuoy. In the winter season, 12 hours notice is required for icebreaker assistance.

None.

Prevailing winds: SW-W'ly Jul-Dec, N-NE'ly Jan-Jun.

Helsinki Radio is recommended for passing messages. The station works R/T from 0600-2300hrs and W/T throughout 24 hours. Inmarsat communication is possible. VHF: Ch 13 and 16.

Customs allowances: For a crew member's own use there is an allowance of 1 carton of cigarettes and 1-2 bottles of spirits. Penalty for exceeding the allowance depends on the quantity the allowance was exceeded by. Immigration: If a vessel is carrying passengers, the ship's agent is to be advised in advance for an immigration check. There are no restrictions for crew members.

..... Document 1. Tonnage Certificate 2. Finnish Fairway/Tonnage Dues Certificate 3. Crew List 4. Bonded Stores List

To be advised 24 and 6 hours prior to arrival. In addition to date and time of arrival the message should include the vessel's name, length and draught.

Pratique should be applied for if there is contagious disease onboard. Pratique can be applied for by radio. Ship Sanitation Control and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

NOR is to be tendered on arrival in accordance with the Charter Party. Working hours are normally 0800-1600hrs.