DKFRC Port Code Lookup
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Fredericia Port is the seaport of Fredericia, in the city of Fredericiain Denmark. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is DKFRC.
Fredericia Port (DKFRC) Overview
Fredericia is a maritime commercial port on the southeast coast of Jutland, Denmark, positioned within the central Danish transport network. The port is classified operationally as a seaport handling a mixed cargo profile, including containerised cargo, general cargo, dry bulk, liquid bulk and dangerous goods. Its location makes it relevant for shipments serving Denmark and connected Nordic or European hinterlands, subject to the selected ocean carrier and inland routing. Supplied port data records ice-free conditions, specialised berths for dangerous cargo, approximately 2,522 vessel calls per year and regular calls by cargo vessels and tankers. The largest recorded vessel is 200 metres in length, with a maximum recorded draught of 9.9 metres and deadweight of 38,717 tonnes. Our service team can coordinate booking, documentation, inland delivery and compliance checks according to the actual terminal and carrier plan.
| Port Parameter | Reference Value |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | DKFRC |
| Country / City | Denmark / Fredericia |
| Coordinates | 55.5565000, 9.7480000 |
| Recorded annual vessel calls | Approximately 2,522 |
| Recorded maximum vessel size | 200 m length; 9.9 m draught; 38,717 t deadweight |
Key Highlights
- Mixed-cargo profile covering containers, cargo vessels, tankers, dry bulk, liquid bulk and project-related general cargo.
- Ice-free operating conditions are stated in the supplied port data, supporting year-round planning while weather and terminal conditions still require confirmation.
- Specialised berths for dangerous cargo require advance acceptance, correct classification and verified handling instructions.
- Maximum recorded vessel parameters should be used only as a planning reference; vessel acceptance depends on the actual berth, tide, cargo and port approval.
- Our team can assess DKFRC against alternative Danish gateways when vessel schedule, equipment availability or inland delivery requirements do not align.
Facilities & Services
Routes & Logistics Timing
- Typical planning may involve feeder, short-sea or transshipment connections through the carrier’s selected Northern European network. Direct service, rotation, vessel space and equipment availability must be confirmed for the intended sailing.
- For Asian, Mediterranean or transatlantic cargo, the final routing may include a European hub before or after the Fredericia call. The actual transit calculation should include transshipment, terminal connection and inland delivery time.
- Cut-off timing is controlled by the carrier and terminal, not by the UN/LOCODE alone. Our team confirms documentation, gate-in, VGM, dangerous-goods and port-receiving deadlines against the booking notice.
- Transit performance can be affected by feeder connection, berth sequence, weather, customs examination, port congestion, equipment repositioning and delivery-slot availability. Published schedules are indicative and subject to change.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Hinterland: The port serves Fredericia and the wider Jutland and Danish distribution market, with onward road logistics determined by final destination, vehicle availability and delivery-site restrictions.
- Export profile: Supplied data identifies grain, dairy products, crude oil, LPG, fertilisers and stone among the principal export commodities.
- Import profile: Steel, wood, timber, salt, feed materials, phosphate, pyrites, nails, sodium sulphite and bitumen are identified as principal imports.
- Container planning: Packaged industrial products, food-related cargo and manufactured goods may move in containers, but commodity-specific packaging, temperature, hygiene and customs requirements must be assessed individually.
- Bulk and industrial cargo: Weight distribution, dust control, residue management, tank compatibility and discharge equipment can materially affect the operating plan.
Operations & Compliance
- Booking and cut-offs: Request space early and obtain the carrier’s written deadlines for shipping instructions, VGM, gate-in, customs release and any special-cargo declaration. Do not rely on a standard cut-off assumption.
- Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, packaging details and emergency contact information. Acceptance must be obtained before the cargo moves to the port.
- Customs and documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document instructions, origin information, customs data and any cargo-specific certificates should be consistent across the booking, declaration and physical cargo.
- Inland delivery: Confirm container gross weight, vehicle dimensions, axle distribution, site access, unloading equipment and delivery appointments. Oversize, heavy or hazardous moves may require additional permits or a tailored route.
Shipping Tips from Our Service Team
- When requesting a quote, state the exact cargo description, HS information where available, packing method, gross weight, dimensions, container type, dangerous-goods status and final delivery postcode.
- For bulk, liquid or industrial shipments, provide a cargo safety data sheet, loading or discharge requirements, tank or packaging specifications and any residue or cleaning restrictions before space is booked.
- Reserve inland equipment after confirming the terminal receiving window and carrier cut-off. For heavy or non-standard cargo, obtain a route and vehicle feasibility check before finalising the delivery promise.
- Keep a contingency option through another suitable Danish or Northern European gateway when the selected sailing has a tight production deadline, uncertain transshipment or limited special-equipment availability.
Fredericia Port FAQs
Can DKFRC handle dangerous goods?
The supplied port data identifies specialised dangerous-cargo berths. Acceptance is still cargo- and carrier-specific. Our team will check IMDG documentation, packaging, declaration deadlines, terminal approval and inland transport requirements before confirming the move.
Is Fredericia suitable for container shipments?
Containerised cargo can be considered where the selected carrier and terminal arrangement support the required equipment and sailing. We verify vessel connection, empty-container release, gate-in timing, VGM and final delivery before booking.
What vessel restrictions should be checked?
Supplied data records a maximum entered-vessel length of 200 metres, draught of 9.9 metres and deadweight of 38,717 tonnes. These are reference values rather than an automatic acceptance limit; the actual vessel, berth, tide and cargo plan must be approved.
Does the port operate throughout the year?
Ice-free conditions are stated in the supplied data. Nevertheless, vessel schedules, terminal receiving windows, weather, maintenance and cargo-specific restrictions can change, so our team confirms the operating plan for the selected sailing.
How should I choose between DKFRC and another gateway?
Compare the total route rather than ocean freight alone: sailing connection, transshipment exposure, equipment availability, customs status, inland distance, delivery-site access and special-cargo acceptance. Our team can prepare a route comparison based on the shipment profile.
Data Sources & Provenance
Primary port record: The port code, name, country, city, coordinates, vessel-call figures, cargo profile, vessel reference parameters and ice-free statement in this module are based on the supplied DKFRC port dataset. Values are presented as reference information and should be reconfirmed before operational commitment.
Port and terminal verification: Current port notices, terminal procedures, cargo acceptance, berth information and service conditions should be checked through the official Associated Danish Ports domain: adp.dk.
Regulatory verification: Customs and import/export requirements should be confirmed through the Danish Customs and Tax Administration domain: skat.dk. Maritime safety and vessel-related regulatory information should be checked through the Danish Maritime Authority domain: dma.dk.