Mooring a ship to a berth is a common function for the maritime industry, however incidents that harm ship and terminal personnel still occur. This publication establishes recommended minimum requirements that will help ship designers, terminal designers, ship operators and mooring line manufacturers improve the design, performance and safety of mooring systems.
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Video Pilot Boarding Bulk Carrier SAMMY in Saudi Arabia.
published on 5 July 2021
This video was kindly provided by a friend of Pilot Captain Haitham Alzahrani, Saudi Arabia. Pilot Ladder Check: non-compliant, no retrieval line Editor's note: A backpack on the back in combination with a lifejacket is usually not a good idea. There are only a few lifejackets that unfold in the water without any problems even with a backpack! More Information: SAMMY (IMO: 9582491) is a Bulk Carrier that was built in 2012 (9 years ago) and is sailing under the flag of Panama. It’s carrying...
Video Unberthing VIMC Diamond
published on 28 February 2025
Video 2025-09-10. Mooloolaba Pilots invite 2 of our coast guard members to observe them in action
published on 19 September 2025
Video CoastGuard Mooloolaba visit Poseidon Sea Pilots
published on 7 April 2022
Article New SOLAS Amendments Mark Major Step Forward for Pilot Safety
published on 1 July 2025
Video Pilot Boat in Barcelona
published on 30 August 2021
Video Columbia River Bar pilot transfer using helicopter
published on 3 May 2021
Article Norwegia operator to get new Pilot Boat in 2023
published on 12 January 2023
