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FIKOK Kokkola Port
Kokkola Port is the major seaport of Kokkola, in the city of Kokkolain Finland. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is FIKOK.

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Port Code

FIKOK

Name

Kokkola

Country / Region

Finland

City

Kokkola

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Main Port

Latitude

63.8505600

Longitude

23.0308450

Est. Unit Price

$1/m³ Book Now

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Port Overview

UN/LOCODE: FIKOK Kokkola, Finland Bothnian Bay Cargo seaport

Port of Kokkola is a cargo-oriented seaport on Finland’s west coast, positioned on the eastern shore of the Bothnian Bay. The port complex comprises Kantasatama, Hopeakivi and Deepwater harbour areas and is used for containerized, breakbulk, dry bulk and project-related cargo. The supplied port record identifies Kokkola as Finland’s third-largest general port and reports approximately 6.7 million tonnes of international cargo handled in 2018, with exports accounting for 77% of the total. For our platform, FIKOK is best assessed as a specialized Finnish gateway where cargo planning must account for Baltic feeder connections, seasonal conditions and inland delivery coordination.

Port code	FIKOK
Coordinates	63.8505600, 23.0308450
Port areas	Kantasatama, Hopeakivi and Deepwater harbour
Recorded equipment and storage	15 cranes and approximately 79,000 m² of warehousing, as stated in the supplied port record

Key Highlights

Export-oriented cargo profile: the port is particularly relevant for Finnish industrial exports, bulk commodities and cargo requiring coordinated inland delivery.
Multi-area port complex: cargo handling may differ between Kantasatama, Hopeakivi and Deepwater harbour, so the confirmed terminal location should appear on the shipping instruction.
Mixed cargo capability: the reported crane and warehouse resources support general cargo, project cargo, breakbulk and selected container-related operations.
Baltic routing dependency: overseas shipments commonly require a feeder or transshipment connection, with the final routing determined by the carrier and sailing schedule.
Winter planning required: ice conditions, vessel scheduling and inland transport availability can affect cut-offs and delivery windows during the cold season.

Facilities & Services

Harbour areas: Kantasatama, Hopeakivi and Deepwater harbour provide the port’s principal cargo-handling zones. The exact operating area should be confirmed for every booking.
Crane handling: the supplied port record reports a total of 15 cranes. Equipment suitability, lifting limits and availability must be checked against the cargo plan.
Warehousing: approximately 79,000 m² of warehousing is recorded in the supplied data. Availability for temporary storage, transloading or cargo-specific handling is subject to terminal confirmation.
General and bulk cargo: the port’s industrial profile supports dry bulk, breakbulk, project cargo and other non-containerized movements in addition to container logistics.
Inland distribution: road and rail coordination may be arranged for Finnish inland points, but loading restrictions, equipment availability and terminal appointment requirements should be verified before dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical routing structure: cargo between FIKOK and Asia, North America or other overseas markets may move through a Baltic or North European transshipment hub before the ocean leg. The actual sequence depends on the selected carrier and booking date.
European distribution: shipments to Northern and Central Europe can be arranged through short-sea, feeder, road or rail combinations, subject to available services and final delivery location.
Schedule qualification: our service team will quote the carrier-confirmed routing and estimated transit window rather than promise a fixed direct service or sailing frequency.
Main delay factors: transshipment connection, ice-season operating conditions, vessel rotation changes, customs release, terminal congestion and inland equipment availability may alter the planned schedule.

Transit time should be treated as an operational estimate until the carrier confirms the vessel, connection point, terminal cut-off and inland delivery plan.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Kokkola and the wider Finnish industrial belt are the immediate cargo base, with onward distribution to inland manufacturing and trading locations.
Industrial commodities: the port is relevant to mineral products, metal-related cargo, chemicals and other industrial raw materials, subject to cargo-specific handling acceptance.
Export cargo: forest-industry products, machinery, project cargo and other Finnish manufactured goods may be suitable for export planning through FIKOK.
Bulk and breakbulk: cargo requiring grabs, cranes, warehouse staging or special lifting arrangements should be assessed before booking rather than treated as standard container freight.
Delivery planning: for inland destinations, our team will match the cargo dimensions, loading method and required equipment with the available road or rail solution.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: terminal receiving, documentation cut-off and carrier booking cut-off may differ. Our service team will obtain the applicable FIKOK closing times for the confirmed vessel and terminal before arranging delivery.
Dangerous goods: provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, marine-pollutant status, package details and safety documentation before booking. Acceptance is subject to carrier and terminal approval.
Customs and inspection: ensure the commodity code, customs value, origin, invoice, packing list and transport documents are consistent. Customs inspection or documentary queries can postpone release and onward delivery.
Inland equipment: confirm trailer type, axle and weight limitations, loading method, appointment requirements and whether the cargo needs an escort or special handling before dispatching a truck.

Shipping Tips

Request the routing and terminal confirmation early, especially for export cargo with a fixed factory loading date or for shipments planned during the ice season.
Send cargo dimensions, gross weight, centre of gravity, lifting points and packaging photographs for machinery, out-of-gauge or breakbulk cargo before rate confirmation.
Use moisture-resistant packaging and secure cargo for cold-weather handling where appropriate; verify whether the commodity requires temperature, humidity or contamination controls.
Keep a contingency option through another Finnish or North European gateway in the planning stage when the delivery deadline is critical. Our team can compare the total inland, transshipment and handling cost rather than only the ocean freight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FIKOK suitable only for bulk cargo?

No. Kokkola is a multi-purpose cargo port. Containerized, general, breakbulk, project and bulk shipments may all be considered, but the terminal, equipment and carrier acceptance must be confirmed for the specific cargo.

Can our shipment move directly from Kokkola to an overseas destination?

Do not assume a direct sailing. Overseas cargo may require a feeder or transshipment connection. Our service team will confirm the actual routing, connection point and estimated transit window for the requested departure.

What information is needed for an oversized shipment?

Provide dimensions, gross and verified weights, packing details, lifting points, centre of gravity, photos, cargo value and the desired loading date. The handling area, crane suitability and inland equipment must be approved before booking.

How should winter conditions be reflected in the shipping plan?

Allow schedule flexibility and confirm the latest vessel, terminal and inland transport status. Ice conditions and related operational measures can affect vessel rotation, cut-offs and trucking availability.

Will the quoted transit time be guaranteed?

No. Transit time remains an estimate until the carrier confirms the complete routing. Transshipment, weather, ice conditions, customs procedures and inland delivery constraints may change the final timing.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port identity, UN/LOCODE, location, coordinates, port areas, reported crane count, warehouse area and the 2018 cargo figures are based on the supplied FIKOK port record. Time-sensitive operational details, including terminal cut-offs, equipment availability, carrier routing, customs treatment and inland appointments, require confirmation at the time of booking.

For current port information and operational verification, our service team uses the official Port of Kokkola website: portofkokkola.fi.

Finnish customs and public trade-compliance information can be checked through the Finnish Customs domain: tulli.fi. National transport and infrastructure information may be verified through the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency domain: vayla.fi. These sources support verification but do not replace carrier, terminal or customs confirmation for an individual shipment.