SE Prefix and Three-Character Structure
A Swedish UN/LOCODE begins with SE. For example, SEGOT identifies Gothenburg, while SESTO identifies Stockholm. The code is used to identify a geographic transport location in international trade documents.
Seaports in Sweden: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Sweden has 242 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting diversified Baltic, North Sea, ferry, ro-ro, container and bulk cargo flows.
Explore Sweden port codes, principal cargo gateways, regional logistics clusters and indicative sea-freight connections.
Sweden Port Overview
Sweden’s maritime network connects industrial and consumer markets around the Baltic Sea and North Sea. Port selection depends on cargo type, final delivery location, vessel service, equipment availability and inland transport requirements.
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Sweden ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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2025 national maritime freight volume, tonnes; YoY change pending official release
Statistics Sweden maritime statistics · 2025
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2025 container throughput, TEU; YoY change not published on a comparable national basis
Statistics Sweden and Swedish port operators · 2025
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2025 commercial berth count; YoY change not published in one consolidated national series
Swedish Maritime Administration · 2025
How many seaports does Sweden have?
Sweden has 242 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of the Nov 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed coverage figure, not a claim that every facility handles containerized cargo.
What is Sweden’s main container gateway?
Gothenburg, UN/LOCODE SEGOT, is generally regarded as Sweden’s leading container and international gateway port, with extensive rail and road connections to Swedish industrial and consumer markets.
Which regions handle major Swedish cargo flows?
Major cargo clusters include the Gothenburg west-coast gateway, the Stockholm and central Baltic region, southern Sweden around Helsingborg and Malmo, and the northern Gulf of Bothnia industrial belt around Gavle and Umea.
Top Ports in Sweden by Commercial Importance
The table follows the leading Swedish port records in the Ecer Freight sample. A single comparable 2025 global league table is not available for every Swedish port, so rank, throughput and year-on-year fields are shown together as unavailable where no reliable comparable public figure is established.
Selected Swedish ports and indicative 2025 container league-table fields
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Gothenburg | SEGOT | — | — | West coast |
| — | Stockholm | SESTO | — | — | Central Baltic |
| — | Helsingborg | SEHEL | — | — | Southern Sweden |
| — | Wallhamn | SEWAL | — | — | West coast |
| — | Gavle | SEGVX | — | — | Central Sweden |
| — | Malmo | SEMAL | — | — | Southern Sweden |
| — | Norrkoping | SENOR | — | — | Central-east Sweden |
| — | Norrkoping | SENRK | — | — | Central-east Sweden |
| — | Karlshamn | SEKAN | — | — | Southern Baltic |
| — | Umea | SEUME | — | — | Gulf of Bothnia |
Sweden Port Regions and Cargo Roles
West Coast Gateway
The west-coast cluster provides Sweden’s principal North Sea access and supports containerized cargo, ro-ro services, vehicles, project cargo and industrial supply chains.
West-coast ports
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gothenburg | SEGOT | Goteborg | Containers, ro-ro, vehicles, energy and general cargo |
| Wallhamn | SEWAL | Wallhamn | Vehicle and ro-ro logistics |
| Halmstad | SEHAD | Halmstad | Forest products, bulk and general cargo |
| Uddevalla | SEUDD | Uddevalla | Breakbulk, forest products and project cargo |
| Stenungsund | SESTE | Stenungsund | Petrochemical and industrial cargo |
Central Baltic and Stockholm Region
Central Baltic ports serve the Stockholm metropolitan market, domestic distribution, ferry networks, ro-ro traffic and industrial cargo moving through the Baltic Sea.
Central Baltic ports
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockholm | SESTO | Stockholm | Ferry, ro-ro, containers and metropolitan distribution |
| Sodertalje | SESOE | Sodertelje | Vehicles, petroleum and regional cargo |
| Sodertalje | SESDJ | — | Industrial and liquid bulk cargo |
| Enkoping | SEENK | Enkoping | Regional distribution and inland-connected cargo |
| Vasteras | SEVES | Vasteras | Bulk, project cargo and Lake Malaren logistics |
| Nykoping | SENYK | Nykoping | Regional industrial and general cargo |
Southern Sweden and Southern Baltic
Southern ports support cross-Baltic ferry and ro-ro links, regional manufacturing, consumer distribution and short-sea connections with continental Europe.
Southern Swedish ports
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsingborg | SEHEL | Helsingborg | Ferry, ro-ro, containers, food and consumer cargo |
| Malmo | SEMAL | Malmo | Containers, ro-ro, vehicles and regional distribution |
| Trelleborg | SETRE | Trelleborg | Ro-ro, trailers and ferry cargo |
| Karlshamn | SEKAN | Karlshamn | Ferry, ro-ro, bulk and general cargo |
| Karlskrona | SEKAA | Karlskrona | Ferry, ro-ro and Baltic short-sea cargo |
| Oskarshamn | SEOSK | Oskarshamn | Ferry, bulk and industrial cargo |
Gulf of Bothnia and Northern Sweden
Northern ports connect forest, mining, metals, energy and manufacturing supply chains with Baltic and regional short-sea services. Ice conditions can affect schedules and equipment planning during winter.
Northern Swedish ports
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gavle | SEGVX | Gavle | Containers, forest products, bulk and general cargo |
| Umea | SEUME | Umea | Ferry, ro-ro, forest products and regional cargo |
| Skelleftea | SESKA | Skelleftea | Metals, forest products and industrial cargo |
| Pitea | SEPIT | Pitea | Forest products, bulk and industrial cargo |
| Lulea | SELLA | Lulea | Iron ore, bulk, metals and project cargo |
| Sundsvall | SESDL | Sundsvall | Forest products, bulk and general cargo |
Sweden Port Codes and UN/LOCODE
Swedish port identifiers use the country prefix SE followed by a three-character location code. Confirm the exact code against the booking instruction, customs documentation and carrier schedule before shipment.
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
One city or port area can have more than one record in a commercial database. Norrkoping, Malmo, Halmstad and Wallhamn illustrate why the exact location record and terminal instructions should be checked rather than relying only on a city name.
How to Verify a Port Code
Cross-check the code with the UNECE UN/LOCODE resource and compare it with the current carrier booking, then use the Ecer Freight port directory for indexed port and terminal records.
Shipping from Sweden: Main Trade Lanes
Transit times are indicative planning ranges only. Actual schedules depend on the origin terminal, transshipment routing, vessel rotation, season, cargo type and destination customs processes.
Sweden to Northern Europe
Frequent short-sea and feeder connections support cargo moving from Swedish gateways into the North Sea and northern European distribution network.
Sweden to the Baltic States
Baltic ferry, ro-ro and short-sea services connect Swedish cargo with Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and onward regional markets.
Sweden to Continental Europe
Southern Swedish and west-coast gateways provide connections for containerized, ro-ro, vehicle and project cargo to continental European markets.
Sweden to Asia and Global Markets
Long-haul cargo usually moves through direct or transshipment services from Gothenburg and other selected gateways, with routing subject to carrier schedules.
Data Sources and Methodology
Port coverage, code presentation and trade guidance are separated from official national statistics. Indexed-port totals describe Ecer Freight database coverage; they are not a national count of legally designated ports.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 242 Sweden port and terminal records in the Nov 2026 snapshot.
- UNECE — international UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- Statistics Sweden — official transport and maritime freight statistics, subject to publication timetable and national-series definitions.
- Swedish Maritime Administration — national maritime infrastructure and navigation context.
- Swedish Transport Agency — Swedish maritime transport regulatory and sector information.
Sweden Seaport FAQ
How many seaports does Sweden have?
Sweden has 242 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 snapshot. The figure represents database coverage and includes different port and terminal records.
What is the largest or busiest port in Sweden?
Gothenburg, code SEGOT, is generally recognized as Sweden’s leading international container gateway and one of its most important cargo ports. Exact rankings depend on whether containers, tonnes, ro-ro units or total port activity are measured.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Gothenburg?
The Ecer Freight record for Gothenburg uses the UN/LOCODE SEGOT. Booking parties should confirm the precise terminal and current carrier code before issuing shipping documents.
Which Swedish ports serve Stockholm?
Stockholm is represented by SESTO in the indexed sample. Related central-region records include Sodertalje, SESOE and SESDJ, as well as other regional facilities; the correct record depends on the physical terminal and cargo routing.
Which regions are important for Swedish sea freight?
Key regions include the west coast around Gothenburg, the central Baltic and Stockholm area, southern Sweden around Helsingborg and Malmo, and the Gulf of Bothnia industrial corridor in northern Sweden.
How current is the Sweden port data?
The indexed coverage snapshot is dated Nov 2026 and the page is reviewed quarterly. Official throughput and infrastructure figures follow the publication schedules and definitions of the relevant Swedish authorities.
How can shippers request Sweden sea-freight rates?
Shippers can compare indicative FCL and LCL options through the sea-freight quote tools. Final rates depend on cargo details, equipment, origin and destination terminals, sailing date, customs requirements and local charges.
Editorial note: Port codes and indexed coverage are maintained in the Ecer Freight database. Official statistics and port activity indicators are checked against available national or port-authority publications, while trade-lane guidance is reviewed quarterly because schedules, services and operating conditions can change.
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