Anchorage Areas

Outer anchorage areas

In the area between Vinga and Tistlarna there are three anchorage areas

Anchorage A (alfa), WSW of Trubaduren lighthouse. To be used by large size vessels awaiting berth/orders. Depth 40–60 m.

Anchorage B (beta), SSE of Trubaduren lighthouse. To be used by small and medium size vessels awaiting berth/orders. Depth 30–40 m.

Anchorage C (charlie), E of Trubaduren lighthouse. To be used for bunkering, crew change, supplies, etc. Depth 20–30 m. C1-C3: Max LOA 200m, Max draft 10m. C4-C9: Max LOA 200m, Max draft 12m.

To reach the outer anchorage areas (A, B or C) pilot is not required.

Vessels must contact VTS Gothenburg before anchoring in order to agree on position and report when anchored.

See also: Amendment regarding outer anchorage areas 10-may-2023.
See also: Communication

Inner Anchorage Dana Fjord

Dana Fjord, N of Vinga Sand, anchor position marked in the chart as D1, depth 20-35 m, mud. Well protected for all wind directions except winds from south. To be used for medium size vessels in bad weather.

Inner Anchorage Rivö Fjord

Rivö Fjord, S of Tor Harbour, anchor positions marked in the chart as R1 to R4, depth 11-19 m, mud. To be used for small size vessels for bunkering and awating berth.

To reach the inner anchorage areas (Dana or Rivö) pilot is required depending on vessel dimensions and cargo.

Vessels must contact VTS Gothenburg before anchoring in order to agree on position and report when anchored.

Vessel about to leave anchorage should call VTS Gothenburg in order to get traffic clearance.

See also: Communication