Trainee Marine Pilot

It’s my first voyage taking over solo watch as a navigating officer – from bridge commands to monitoring traffic and weather, every second counts. Once we arrive in Ningbo, it’s straight into cargo operations, intense mooring work, and pilotage.

We are delighted to share the latest EMPA newsletter with our community here.
Thank you to EMPA President Miguel Vieira de Castro, and a warm welcome to their new Journal Editor, Arie Palmers.

Timelapse: watch our marine pilot assist the vessel Ocean Prometheus as it departs Newcastle Harbour, NSW ••• Port Authority of New South Wales manages the navigation, security and operational safety needs of commercial shipping in Sydney Harbour, Port Botany, Newcastle Harbour, Port Kembla, Eden and Yamba. With over 6,000 visits from trade and cruise vessels each year, the ports of New South Wales contribute billions of dollars to our economy; create thousands of jobs and support...

Some ship handlers today use electronic instruments from start to finish and these ships usually have powerful engines and thrusters and an almost unlimited number of personnel on the bridge.

USS IDAHO inbound Port Everglades with Captain Gary Walley.
Join me as we watch this submarine complete its inbound and outbound transits of Port Everglades.
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PILOT LAUNCH SCAPA PATHFINDER IN ACTION...4/5/2020

⚓ **Deep Sea Pilot Disembarking from Oil Tanker | Brixham, UK | November 2026** Experience a real-life Deep Sea Pilot disembarkation from an oil tanker off the coast of Brixham, Devon, United Kingdom, in November 2026. This video captures the final stage of a Deep Sea Pilot's voyage, including the pilot transfer from a large oil tanker to a pilot boat. Deep Sea Pilots play an essential role in maritime navigation, guiding commercial vessels through busy shipping routes, including the...

Since 2019, the German Federal Pilotage Chamber (Bundeslotsenkammer, BLK), in cooperation with Hamburg Port Services GmbH (HPS), has been offering a three-day safety training course specifically designed for maritime pilots and pilot boat crews at a training center in Bremerhaven, Germany.

Welcome aboard, fellow maritime enthusiasts! Today, we embark on a voyage into the intricate world of ship types. From massive container ships to nimble oil tankers, we'll explore the unique challenges each vessel presents. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a curious landlubber, our channel will guide you through the fascinating diversity of the ships that navigate our seas. Join us as we delve into the design, function, and complexities of these maritime marvels. Don't forget to like,...