SESOE Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of SESOE
Sodertalje Port is the seaport of Sodertelje, in the city of Soderteljein Sweden. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is SESOE.
Port Overview
Södertälje Port (UN/LOCODE: SESOE)
Södertälje is a Baltic Sea port in Sweden, approximately 20 km west of Stockholm, positioned at 59°10′48.00″N, 17°38′49.19″E. The port serves the Lake Mälaren region and is positioned as a regional gateway for containers, RoRo cargo, oil-related cargo, imported vehicles and general cargo. The supplied port record describes approximately 600 vessel calls and 900,000 tonnes of annual cargo, with recorded vessel parameters of up to 190 m length, 8.9 m draught and 38,706 tonnes deadweight. Our service team treats these figures as reference data rather than a substitute for current berth, nautical and terminal confirmation. For shipments to the Stockholm–Lake Mälaren hinterland, we coordinate the ocean leg, terminal instructions and inland delivery as one planning chain.
| Port code | SESOE |
|---|---|
| Country / city | Sweden / Södertälje |
| Regional positioning | Baltic Sea; gateway to the Lake Mälaren region |
| Reference coordinates | 59.179800, 17.646400 |
| Reference vessel limits in supplied data | 190 m length; 8.9 m draught; 38,706 t deadweight |
Key Highlights
Decision Points for Forwarders
Regional gateway
Its location west of Stockholm supports distribution into the Stockholm and Lake Mälaren market, subject to the selected terminal and inland route.
Mixed cargo profile
Containerized cargo operates alongside RoRo, vehicles, oil-related cargo and general cargo, so equipment and handling instructions must be cargo-specific.
Feeder-oriented planning
International cargo may require a Baltic transshipment or feeder connection; the actual routing depends on the shipping line, origin and booking date.
Draft-sensitive verification
For larger or heavily laden vessels, our team verifies current nautical restrictions, berth allocation and declared cargo weight before confirming the plan.
Facilities & Services
Cargo Handling and Inland Interface
- Container handling: The supplied port profile identifies container operations. Our team confirms terminal acceptance, equipment availability, reefer requirements and cut-off instructions before release of the booking.
- RoRo and vehicle logistics: Imported vehicles and rolling cargo require pre-advice, chassis or trailer information, dimensions, weight and secure lashing instructions where applicable.
- General and project cargo: Out-of-gauge, breakbulk and heavy units are arranged only after terminal approval of lifting points, packing method, cargo dimensions and handling sequence.
- Liquid and oil-related cargo: Product classification, tank specifications, safety documentation and terminal acceptance must be confirmed before the transport order is placed.
- Inland distribution: Road collection and delivery are planned around terminal release, driver access, vehicle dimensions, delivery appointment requirements and any weight restrictions on the route.
The supplied data does not establish a specific berth count, warehouse capacity, rail service, operating window or terminal equipment list. Our service team confirms these operational details against the live booking and terminal instruction.
Routes & Transit Times
Routing Logic for Baltic Cargo
- For Asian, North American or other deep-sea origins, cargo may be routed through a Baltic or Northern European hub and then connected to Södertälje by feeder or short-sea service. Direct calls, transshipment ports and sailing frequency are carrier- and date-dependent.
- For Northern European and Baltic origins, short-sea or feeder routing can be evaluated against alternative Stockholm-area gateways, with the final choice depending on vessel schedule, cargo type and inland destination.
- Transit time is affected by transshipment connection, ice and weather conditions, port congestion, customs release, terminal cut-off, equipment availability and the final delivery appointment. Our team provides a date-specific estimate only after receiving the full routing and cargo details.
- For time-sensitive cargo, we compare the planned SESOE route with alternative regional gateway options rather than assuming that the shortest ocean distance is the fastest door-to-door solution.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Lake Mälaren and Stockholm-Area Supply Chains
Hinterland
The principal logistics focus is the Lake Mälaren region and the wider Stockholm-area market. Final delivery feasibility depends on the consignee address, road access and terminal release conditions.
Automotive
Imported vehicles and other rolling cargo are identified in the port profile. Vehicle condition reports, VIN or unit lists and damage-control procedures should be agreed before arrival.
Containerized goods
General merchandise and industrial inputs may move in FCL containers. Packing, verified gross mass, seal control and delivery appointment discipline are central to smooth release.
Industrial and bulk-related cargo
General cargo, oil-related cargo and project consignments require product-specific documentation, safe handling instructions and advance terminal acceptance.
Operations & Compliance
Controls Before Cargo Release
- Cut-off control: Shipping-line booking cut-off, VGM deadline, port gate cut-off and document cut-off may differ. Our team obtains the operative deadlines from the carrier and terminal for each sailing.
- Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, marine pollutant status, packaging details and emergency contact. DG acceptance must be secured before delivery to the terminal.
- Customs and security data: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information and any required import or transit declarations must match the physical cargo. Swedish customs requirements should be checked with tullverket.se.
- Inland delivery: We verify container gross weight, axle-load considerations, road restrictions, trailer suitability, delivery appointment and empty-return instructions before arranging the truck.
Shipping Tips
Practical Booking Recommendations
- Send the complete cargo profile at quotation stage: commodity, HS code, package count, dimensions, gross weight, temperature requirement, DG status and final delivery postcode.
- For vehicles and RoRo units, prepare unit-level identification, dimensions, running condition, fuel or battery information and any special handling restrictions before loading.
- For containers with heavy, dense or out-of-gauge cargo, our team checks stowage feasibility, VGM, axle-load implications and terminal handling approval before confirming the inland leg.
- Keep a contingency option through another Stockholm-area or Baltic gateway when the required sailing connection, equipment or terminal cut-off cannot be secured at SESOE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Södertälje Port FAQ
- Can SESOE handle container shipments?
- Yes, container handling is identified in the supplied port profile. The available service, equipment, cut-off and carrier connection must be confirmed for the requested sailing.
- Is Södertälje a suitable port for Stockholm delivery?
- It can be a practical option for Stockholm and Lake Mälaren cargo because of its regional position. Our team compares terminal release, road distance, congestion risk and the available ocean connection before recommending it.
- Can vehicles be shipped through SESOE?
- Imported cars and RoRo cargo are listed among the handled cargo types. Unit condition, dimensions, documentation, terminal acceptance and the selected carrier service must be confirmed in advance.
- What should be checked for dangerous goods?
- Confirm the full IMDG declaration, packaging, labels, booking acceptance, emergency information and terminal delivery window. A booking is not considered operationally secured until the carrier or terminal accepts the DG details.
- Are the published vessel limits guaranteed for every call?
- No. The 190 m length, 8.9 m draught and 38,706 t deadweight figures are reference parameters in the supplied port record. Actual acceptance depends on current nautical conditions, berth, vessel particulars, cargo distribution and port confirmation.
Data Sources & Provenance
Reference Basis and Verification Boundary
Port code, name, location, coordinates, cargo profile and reference vessel parameters are taken from the supplied SESOE port record. Operational items that can change by sailing—such as terminal cut-offs, carrier routing, berth acceptance, equipment availability, customs status and inland restrictions—must be reconfirmed by our service team before execution.
For official regulatory and statistical cross-checks, our team uses the following authoritative domains: stockholmshamnar.se for Stockholm-area port information, tullverket.se for Swedish customs guidance, and scb.se for Swedish official statistics. These domains are reference points only; a shipment-specific plan remains subject to the carrier, terminal, authorities and current operating conditions.