SEVES Port Code Lookup
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Vasteras Port is the seaport of Vasteras, in the city of Vasterasin Sweden. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is SEVES.
UN/LOCODE: SEVES · Sweden · Baltic Sea / Lake Mälaren region
Västerås Port Overview
Västerås Port is a medium-sized Swedish inland port positioned on Lake Mälaren at approximately 59°35′38.40″N, 16°33′36.00″E. Its logistics role combines lake-based access to the Baltic Sea with road and inland distribution serving central Sweden. Västerås is closely associated with Sweden’s electrical and industrial economy and has historical links to the Bergslagen mining region. The supplied port profile records regular calls by general cargo vessels, oil/chemical tankers and cargo/containerships. For planning purposes, the recorded maximum vessel dimensions should be treated as historical reference points rather than a guaranteed operating limit; berth, fairway, cargo, weather and local authorization requirements must be confirmed for each shipment.
| Port code | SEVES |
|---|---|
| Location | Västerås, Sweden · 59.5940000°N, 16.5600000°E |
| Recorded vessel reference | Maximum length 125 m · maximum draught 6.8 m · maximum deadweight 9,181 t |
Key Highlights
- Inland-waterway positionLake Mälaren access makes Västerås different from an exposed deep-sea gateway; sailing constraints and waterway coordination matter.
- Industrial cargo profileGeneral cargo, project-related consignments, industrial materials and selected liquid bulk are more relevant than assuming a pure container gateway.
- Vessel-size sensitivityThe supplied profile records vessels up to 125 m and 6.8 m draught; every call requires confirmation against the actual berth and sailing conditions.
- Central Swedish hinterlandVästerås supports regional manufacturing, electrical engineering, warehousing and distribution flows in central Sweden.
- Multimodal planning requiredFor containerized cargo, the final routing may involve a feeder, another Baltic gateway or inland transshipment rather than a direct call at Västerås.
Facilities & Services
- General cargo handling: The port profile identifies regular general cargo calls. Cargo dimensions, lifting method, required shore equipment and berth compatibility should be checked before booking.
- Liquid bulk: Oil and chemical tanker calls are recorded in the supplied data. Product classification, tank compatibility, shore connection and emergency procedures require terminal confirmation.
- Containerized cargo: Cargo/containership calls are indicated, but specific container equipment, yard availability, reefer plugs and cut-off times are not assumed; our service team confirms these items case by case.
- Storage and staging: Short-term storage, covered warehousing, open-yard space and segregation requirements depend on the cargo and appointed terminal. Space should be reserved before dispatch.
- Inland distribution: Road delivery is normally planned for the central Swedish hinterland. Rail availability, wagon capacity and terminal handling must be verified for the selected routing.
Routes & Transit Times
- Baltic and European flows: Cargo may be coordinated through Lake Mälaren and Baltic connections, with the final port sequence depending on the carrier, vessel type, cargo and seasonal operating plan.
- Container routing: If no suitable direct call is available, our team can compare feeder, gateway-port transshipment and inland trucking alternatives. Direct service, sailing frequency and equipment availability must be confirmed at booking.
- Breakbulk and project cargo: Routing is assessed against vessel dimensions, lifting requirements, cargo overhang, waterway restrictions and the receiving site’s unloading plan.
- Time drivers: Actual transit includes origin cut-off, transshipment, port handling, customs status, lake and fairway conditions, winter restrictions, road permits and final delivery scheduling. No fixed transit time is promised without a carrier quotation.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Västerås industrial clusterElectrical engineering, industrial manufacturing and technical equipment generate inbound components and outbound machinery or project cargo.
- Central SwedenThe port can serve distribution into the Mälaren region and nearby industrial markets, subject to road distance, delivery slot and vehicle restrictions.
- Bergslagen connectionThe historical mining and metals relationship supports consideration of metals, mineral-related products and heavy industrial consignments, with commodity-specific documentation required.
- Typical shipment typesGeneral cargo, machinery, steel and industrial materials, liquid bulk and selected containerized cargo may be suitable; the terminal must approve the exact commodity and handling plan.
Operations & Compliance
- Booking and cut-offs: Vessel nomination, cargo acceptance, terminal receiving window and any customs or carrier cut-off are service-specific. Our service team obtains written confirmation before arranging delivery to the port.
- Dangerous goods: For oil, chemicals, batteries and other regulated cargo, provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and transport mode details before acceptance. Terminal and carrier approval is mandatory.
- Customs status: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information and import/export declarations must be aligned. Customs inspection or document review can delay release; cargo should not be dispatched on an assumed clearance status.
- Inland delivery controls: Verify gross mass, axle limits, abnormal-load permits, road restrictions, delivery-slot requirements and lifting arrangements. For out-of-gauge cargo, send drawings and loading photos in advance.
Shipping Tips
- Send commodity, dimensions, gross weight, package count, center of gravity, lifting points and final delivery address before requesting a port or vessel solution.
- For container cargo, compare a Västerås-oriented solution with a Baltic gateway plus inland haulage. Select the option after checking equipment, transshipment risk, storage cost and delivery deadline.
- For heavy or liquid cargo, obtain terminal acceptance and a handling method before issuing shipping instructions; do not rely solely on the cargo description shown on a purchase order.
- Build schedule margin for lake navigation, weather, seasonal restrictions, customs examination and road appointment availability. Our service team can provide a confirmed plan once the carrier and terminal respond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SEVES a suitable port for standard container shipments?
It may be suitable when a carrier or forwarding solution accepts the cargo at Västerås. Because direct container coverage, equipment and receiving windows can vary, our service team first compares the available call or transshipment plan with a gateway-port alternative.
Can a 125 m vessel or a vessel drawing 6.8 m always call at Västerås?
No. These are maximum recorded reference values in the supplied port profile, not a blanket operating guarantee. The actual vessel, berth, cargo, water level, fairway condition, pilotage and local authorization must be checked for the intended call.
What information is needed for oil or chemical cargo?
Provide the exact product name, UN number where applicable, classification, packing group, SDS, quantity, packaging or tank type, flash point where relevant and intended transport mode. Terminal and carrier acceptance must be obtained before delivery.
How should customs inspection risk be managed?
Submit consistent invoices, packing lists, transport documents, tariff information and customs instructions early. Keep the cargo available for inspection and avoid booking a fixed final-delivery slot until release and terminal availability are confirmed.
Data Sources & Provenance
Hard identifiers, coordinates, recorded vessel reference values and vessel categories on this page are taken from the supplied SEVES port profile. Operational statements are presented as planning guidance and remain subject to terminal, carrier, waterway, customs and road-transport confirmation.
- Port operator and local port information: malarhamnar.se
- Swedish customs procedures and customs controls: tullverket.se
- Swedish national road and transport information: trafikverket.se
- Swedish official statistics reference: scb.se
Terminal equipment, berth acceptance, vessel schedules, cut-offs, charges, customs status and transit times are changeable operational data. Our service team verifies these items against the shipment and the current booking confirmation.