Finland

Port of Helsinki (FI HEL)

UN/LOCODE
FI HEL
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
7.9 m
Nearest city
Helsinki
Body of water
Gulf of Finland; Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Finland
Port of Helsinki, Finland © Alvar Lavague · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
FI-18
Also known as
Helsingfors
Coordinates
60.1667, 24.9667 (60°10′N 24°58′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Fair
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
11 m
Cargo pier depth
3.4 m
Oil terminal depth
9.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
315.7 m × 37.6 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#196
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #196
76.5
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 76.5

Helsinki is a seaport on the coast of Finland, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 7.9 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Helsinki located?
Helsinki is a seaport in Finland.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Helsinki?
The UN/LOCODE for Helsinki is FI HEL.
What is the channel depth at Helsinki?
The channel depth at Helsinki is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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