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 Cork Pilot Boat āFailteā Approaches Brittany Ferries āPont-Avenā During Cork Harbour Departure
published on 14 October 2020
Impressive to see how the Cork Pilot boat āFáilteā draws parallel to the bow of the moving Brittany Ferries ferry āPont-Avenā, as it departs Cork harbour on a warm sunny afternoon, on Saturday, October 3rd, 2020. Cork harbour is a beautiful place, with plenty of stunning views to enjoy, while departing for the open sea, enroute to Roscoff, France. This particular sailing was very enjoyable, though quiet, due to coping with the Corona virus, which was managed excellently onboard. The āPont-...
Video Marine Pilot pick up
published on 10 January 2023
#pelautindonesia #pilotboat #pandu #harbourtug Assalamuāalaikum wr wb.. Halo haloā¦?? Berjumpa lagi sama saya guys akbar peaut indonesia, gimana kabar kalian semuanya ? Semoga di berikan kesehatan ya guys. Aamiin. Ok guys, ini adalah video mengenai proses penjemputan bapak pandu dari vessel bulk carrier ALPHA LAGECY oleh MOTOR PILOT BOAT untuk vessel ini memimiliki panjang 229 meter guys,kapal ini baru di sandarkan oleh 3 pala tunda. vessel Alpha Lagecy berasal dari negari asing guys...
Article Houston Pilots Practice Part Art, Part Science in Guiding Ships to Port
published on 11 November 2020
Maritime pilots trace the roots of their profession back to the ancient Greeks and Romans when incoming ship captains employed experienced local fisherman to guide their merchant vessels safely into port. Itās a legacy of skill, strength, and sharp wits, and our Houston Pilots (āPilotsā) have been meeting vessels at Galvestonās bar to carry on these proud traditions for just shy of 100 years.