Latin American Forum of Pilots 2019

Recently Capt. Troy Evans did a research into the breaking strength of various securing methods. To quantify the problem of unsafe practices, now is time to have a survey into the number of the various securing methods used worldwide.

The "Overall Plan for the Construction of Hainan Free Trade Port" announced on June 1 this year proposes to build the Hainan Free Trade Port into an important gateway for deepening the country's reform and opening-up policy.

From Dusk to Dawn SOHAR Port and Freezone
Pacific Warrior (ULOC)
LOA 360m. Draft 22.3 m. Displacement 430k

Harken Safety & Rescue has unveiled an innovative man overboard recovery system designed to improve safety on vessels. Developed in collaboration with Genoa Port Pilots, this system offers a solution for rescuing overboard personnel efficiently.

Accident today: Not much is currently known but some details are avialable on the number of personnel on board and the operation and condistion of the vessel. A video by Sal Mercogliano.

Delaware River Pilot Boat Cape Henlopen Transfers Pilot to Cargo Ship Al Wathba - Delaware River - Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania - June 6, 2025

This is a tribute build to a work life at sea. It is adventure. It is history. And it is modern story of a work life for many people around the world. Vote here!

I had a fun opportunity to get some drone content of a ship getting underway from the port of Guayania Puerto Rico.

Vehicles Carrier Ship "TOSCA"/ Change Pilots Maneuver #VehiclesCarrierShip #CarCarrierShip #RoRoShip #vehiclescarrier #ZonaComun #RioDeLaPlata #Argentina.- #WalleniusWilhelmsen This video of the Vehicles Carrier Ship "TOSCA", was filmed on board the same Vessel, when the Rio Paraná Pilots embarked on board, coming from the Pilot Vessel "COMETA". The last part of the video was filmed on board the Pilot Vessel "COMETA" and shows the Embarking Maneuver of the Rio de la Plata Pilot and the...

A new generation Pilot Boat ! - One of the first IPS propelled workboat - A service speed of 30 knots - A lightweight and solid construction in aluminium - Fast crew operations and low running costs The specifications of this boat have been carefully studied to optimise performance and reliability, while minimising running costs, especially fuel consumption. Both light and powerful, this new 12-metre craft is capable of rapid turnarounds at a service speed of 30 knots. More information on...