Seaport · Estonia
Port of Paldiski Pohjasadam
Paldiski Pohjasadam (Estonia) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 28506). It lies on the Gulf of Finland.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- Estonia
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- EEPLN
- World Port Index no.
- 28506
- Coordinates
- 59.35°N, 24.05°E
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (breakwater)
- Main use
- Cargo
- Shelter afforded
- Poor
- Waters
- Gulf of Finland; Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Repairs
- Emergency only
- Dry dock
- None
- Railway (slipway)
- None
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Cargo pier depth | 12.2 m |
|---|---|
| Max vessel length | 310.0 m |
| Max vessel beam | 34.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 11.8 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Ice mooring
- Ro-ro
- Solid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 50–100 t
- Lifts 25–49 t
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Ice
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Port security
- Vessel traffic service
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Garbage disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Telefax
- Radio
- Rail
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 4,630 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 4,650 nm |
| Hai Phong | 4,110 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Paldiski Pohjasadam, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 195 (Enroute) - Gulf of Finland and Gulf of Bothnia.
Frequently asked questions about Paldiski Pohjasadam
Where is Port of Paldiski Pohjasadam?
Paldiski Pohjasadam (Estonia) lies on the Gulf of Finland, at about 59.35°N, 24.05°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Paldiski Pohjasadam?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE EEPLN for Paldiski Pohjasadam. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Paldiski Pohjasadam?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 310.0 m, beam 34.0 m, draft 11.8 m for Paldiski Pohjasadam. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Paldiski Pohjasadam have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Paldiski Pohjasadam. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Paldiski Pohjasadam from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 4,630 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 4,110 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Helsinki (Vuosaari), Gdynia, Gdańsk.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Paldiski Pohjasadam?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Paldiski Pohjasadam through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.