ENORMOUS SHIP Pilot swinging from crane over water ULCC Ghazal720P HD

www.turkishpilots.org.tr , Maritime Pilot , Turkish Straits , İstanbul Strait

Harken introduces the man overboard recovery system, developed in collaboration with the Genoa Port Pilots. Specifically designed for pilots and pilot boats, this innovative system is ideal for all operators working in marine environments where there is a risk of falling into the water.

A maritime pilot, marine pilot, harbor pilot, bar pilot, or simply pilot, is a sailor who maneuvers ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbors or river mouths. They are navigational experts possessing knowledge of the particular waterway such as its depth, currents, and hazards.

SWATH and SWASH are interesting technologies that allow a vessel to sail much more calmly in high waves. A stable and calm position of the ship is especially important for pilot boarding.

Topic: Technical or human error?
Ed Verbeek already published this interesting article about the proportion of human to technical errors on LinkedIn last week.

The vulnerability of GNSS in shore-based use is definitely different and to be regarded as much more risky than on the high seas.

The PLA welcomes Sathar Sulaiman and James Kitney as they join as Trainee Marine Pilots.

River Mersey Pilot Boat going slowly inbound on the river before turning and heading northbound again.