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IMPA on Pilotage

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This publication, compiled by the International Maritime Pilots’ Association, brings together the experience and expertise of over 30 pilots and industry experts to produce a fascinating insight into the role of the marine pilot. This 256-page book, illustrated throughout with colour photographs and diagrams, will be of benefit to pilots, both current and future, as well as to shipmasters and seafarers.

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Article Safe Passage - Edition Summer 2021/22

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In this issue:
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Video Transport maritime : le rôle crucial des pilotes du St-Laurent

published on 17 October 2022

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Video Female Pilot embarking in Paranagua, Brazil.

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published on 18 January 2021

Video A Journey on Kiel Canal, Germany

published on 25 September 2022

Great film about sailing on Kiel Canal (NOK) in Germany.

Video Interview with a Bar Pilot 2014 (Mississippi, USA)

published on 29 October 2020

Reflections on his work on the Mississippi River (2014)

Video Role Of Harbour Pilot - At Sydney Port

published on 4 July 2019

Pilots are expert ship handlers who possess detailed knowledge of local waterways. They are transported by high speed "Pilot Boat" or helicopter from shore to an inbound ship and from an outbound ship back ashore. Most ports have compulsory pilotage.

IMPA on Pilotage

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