This is how we go to work. š
— Capt. Ed Enos (@hicapted) February 25, 2020
Now imagine this at night, in the dark, pouring rain, ship rolling. You never see those videos ... but it happens plenty enough. pic.twitter.com/q0NFmCJ222
Article Pilot Transfer Arrangements
by Captain Kevin Vallance MNI - published on 2 October 2019
Article A contempt for pilot safety and total disregard for the contents of the SOLAS Convention.
by Captain Kevin Vallance MNI - published on 4 October 2019
Article Origins of the IMPA pilot mark
by Kevin Vallance deep sea pilot and author - published on 24 October 2019
There are many things in both our everyday and professional lives which we take for granted and never question the origins of, an example of this might be the IMPA recommended āpilot mark or pilot lineā, which is sometimes seen on the side of vessels indicating where a vessels freeboard exceeds 9 metres.
Video History: Helicopter Transport Elbe River-Pilot (1961)
published on 18 May 2020
Unissued / Unused material - Hamburg, West Germany (FDR - Federal Republic of Germany). German helicopters are used to carry river boat pilots to where they are needed. Big CU Helicopter pilot talking into mouthpiece. Aerial view from helicopter of boat below. MS as the helicopter comes in and lands on deck of the ship. Various shots as pilot is picked up from lightship and flown off in helicopter. LS From bridge of ship as helicopter flies overhead. CU Small bird sitting on capstan. (f.g....
Video The best pilot ladders for the safety of maritime pilots
published on 23 November 2022
Opinion Obviously fake and manipulated certificates of Pilot Ladders
published on 1 October 2020
Video Tyne Pilot Boat Collingwood
published on 5 March 2025
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the vital work of the Port of Tyne pilot boat crew aboard Collingwood! From sunrise to sunset, these skilled mariners navigate the River Tyne and the North Sea, ensuring the safe passage of massive cargo ships, tankers, and ferries.
Watch as the crew battles the elements, transfers pilots onto moving vessels, and keeps the busy shipping lane running smoothly. This is a rare glimpse into the teamwork, precision, and dedication required to guide ships...
Article Michigan Pilots Order for New Launch from Gladding-Hearn
published on 30 August 2021
Article PSA Marine introduces new Vessel Pilot Communication solution
published on 28 August 2020
PSA Marine (Pte) Ltd (āPSA Marineā) joins the global movement towards sustainable shipping by reducing carbon footprint with the use of a digital solution ā Vessel Pilot Communication (āVPCā), launched on 25 August 2020. With VPC, PSA Marine ensures that critical and timely updates on pilot boarding times and traffic conditions in and around the pilot boarding grounds are communicated to vessel masters.