Varberg (SEVAG)

The Port of Varberg, strategically located on the western coast of Sweden, is a vital hub for maritime trade and logistics in the region. Owned by Ports of Halland (Hallands Hamnar), which also includes the nearby Port of Halmstad situated 60km S, Varberg plays a significant role in the handling of various cargo types, with a particular emphasis on forest products. As Sweden's leading forest port, the Port of Varberg is equipped to manage extensive forest products and this has been enhanced by the recent construction and expansion of Farehamnen. The port is also equipped at handling general cargo, cement, gypsum and containers. Historically, the Port of Varberg also served as a ferry terminal, providing a vital connection between Sweden and Denmark through the Varberg-Grenaa route. However, in January 2020, Stena Line ceased operations on this route, marking a significant shift in the port's operational focus.

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

Varberg is situated on the SW coast of Sweden.

Max LOA 215m, beam 33m, draught 9.8m and 58,022DWT.

Approx 1,800,000t of cargo, 8,000TEU, 1,050 vessels and 150,000 passengers handled annually.

Anchorage may be obtained in the roads in depths of 15.0-20.0m. The roadstead between Varberg Fortress and Skrivareklippan affords anchorage to small vessels in case of necessity, in depths of 6.0-9.0m, sand and clay, and a SW gale can be ridden out here if the vessel is well found; the space is however, confined as vessels are not permitted to anchor in the dredged channel.

The dredged entrance channel (depth 11.0m, width 100m) leads from Subbeberget Light 2nm NNE into the harbour. Approach Varberg from SW and bring water tower in line with Varberg Church bearing 049°. Hold this course until abreast of the lightbuoys (S cardinal) marking the SW extremity of Ryggen, then alter course N gradually to 019° between the spar buoys marking the sides of the dredged channel. The outer part of the channel is also marked on each side, by a pair of lights in line situated off the E extremity of Gettero (an island on the NW side of Varberg). They are exhibited from concrete posts with red triangular daymarks the front and rear of each pair being approx 0.2nm apart. In line each pair of lights bear 019.25°. Approx 0.1nm after passing abeam of Skirvareklippan Light and when between the heads of the outer breakwaters, alter course E to 069° into the inner part of the channel; the SE side of the channel is marked by lightbuoys (green spar; Qk Fl G, and Gp Fl (2) G 4s, respectively). The sides of this part of the channel are also marked by 2 pairs lights in line situated on the quay 0.5nm NNE of Varberg Fortress. They are similar to the outer lights except that they are not parallel. In line, those marking the S side of the channel, bear 064° while those marking the N side bear 069°. At night, approach from seaward in the white sector of Subbeberget Light (57° 05'N., 012°14'E) bearing between 016.5° and 113° and then through the outer part of the channel between the outer pairs of lights in line bearing 019.25°.

BA 874, 2107. Admiralty Pilot NP18, NP286(2).

1015.

For Gyprockajen vessels with an LOA more than 90m will require a 30m clearance at the N most part of the Inner Harbour. For Farehamnen, the N section requires 245m clearance upon Panmax arrival.

Compulsory for vessels exceeding the following dimensions: ..... Vessel LOA (m) Beam (m) Draught (m) Category 1 All Category 2 80 15 5.0 Category 3 90 16 5.5 Vessels over 180m need two pilots and daytime movements only. Pilot boat No 113 LOA 11.5m speed 20kts. ..... Lat Long Remark Pilot Boarding 57°03.9'N 12°11.1'E Vicinity of the approach lighted buoy Pilots are to be ordered via the e-Services section on the Swedish Vessel Reporting System (FRS) on the Swedish Maritime Administration web site (www.sjofartsverket.se), in conjunction with the reporting on the Vessel Reporting System (FRS) section. The request for pilotage is to be made at least 24hrs in advance and the confirmed 5hrs in advance.

57°05.4'N., 012°13.2'E.

..... Lat Long Remarks Subbeberget Lighthouse 57°05.3'N 012°14.3'E White round concrete tower, height 14m Approach Lighted Buoy - - Moored approx 0.5nm W of Subbeberget Light. Marks the seaward entrance of the approach channel.

Speed is restricted to a maximum 5kts inside the outer breakwater. An above-water rock, Farnyet, lies on a shoal approx 4nm NW of the Subbeberget Light. A rocky split, Kalkgrund, extends approx 0.6nm S from th SW extremetity of Getteron. The split is partly awash and marked by a buoy. The aforementioned dangers are in the NW approach to the port.

Range 0.6m.

Vessel Traffic Service in place. Vessels with an LOA 45m and over and all vessels with a 300GT and over (including tows) are required to make a call in English on VHF Ch 16. The communication must be made during the following: ..... 1. 20mins prior and again passing Reporting Point 41 Northbound (57°05.0'N., 12° 13.0'E.) 2. When leaving a quay or anchorage The following information should be included: ..... A. Vessel's Name B. Call Sign C. Type D. Position E. Intended Route F. Destination G. Draught Note: Smaller vessels equipped with VHF are required to report if circumstances warrant.

Available. Further tugs can be ordered, 7 hours in advance.

Prevailing winds: W'ly.

VARBERG 57°06.55'N 12°13.97'E UNCTAD LOCODE: SE VAG For details see: GENERAL NOTES _______________________________________________________________________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 12/24 Swedish Transport Agency correspondence, (RSDRA2023000346719 & RSDRA2024000048449), 11/24

..... Varberg contact info Call Sign Varberg Pilot VHF Ch 19, 12 Telephone +46 771 630 680 Email southcoastpilot@sjofartsverket.se Varberg Traffic contact info VHF Ch 82

Tel: +46 340 649 667.

ETA for pilotage request should be made at least 24 hours in advance and 5 hours in advance of arrival via the pilot request system.

Ship Sanitation Control and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates renewed.