Next WA State Marine Pilot Exam - Overview Webinar

Korean Pilot boarding PCC Vessel in Mokpo, Korea

Emergency Fire Drill On Pilot Boat

Bulk Carrier "Jasmine A" leaving Gladstone lock stern-first with 3 tugs

According to AIS past track data, the vessel was obviously too fast on 9 knots and also going down the wind (4-5 bft., take a look at the exhaust from the stack) when entered the inner harbour considering the size and displacement. That speed was approximate 3 ship lengths to the pier and there was the on pier wind after the turn. Why the ship entered the port so fast will be the subject of the investigations to be awaited. Knowing South Korea procedures there will be no just marine...

This is a video designed to educate people about pilots and their work. It consists of an animated version and a live action version.

The mouth of the Duluth Canal is a dangerous entrance in bad weather. Here the coast guard shows the agility of their boats. What a ride!

Google Maps and ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) can be considered to essentially serve the same purpose. While Google Maps is used for finding our way on land, the ECDIS facilitates navigation at sea.