PTR Pilot ladder

Boarding a vessel at sea can be dangerous. By following simple rules, it can be done safely. This safety video shows you how to leave the launch boat and climb the ladder when boarding vessels at sea safely as well as boarding preparations, safety precautions and boarding under special conditions. The 3 types of boarding arrangements for pilot are also explained. Watch with sound on. Transfers are normally safe when everyone takes all the precautions. If you think it is unsafe, remember to...

APL Belgium in rough water near the Farallon Islands pilot station.

According to information from Simon Pelletier, President of IMPA, it was resolved at the IMO Maritime Safety Committee 106 on 08.11.2022 to open up the SOLAS Convention for amendment in respect of pilot boarding arrangements.

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Luotsi nousee Perämerellä talvella alukseen ja poistuu aluksesta

The latest MS Amlin Marine circular, compiled by theTechnical Loss Prevention Consultant Peter van der Kroft, focuses on the importance of pilot safety in marine navigation.

Crude Oil Tanker British Robin passing St Anns Head on a rather windy day in Pembrokeshire.

A valuable campaign managed by Chris Young, Kevin Vallance and others, which we found on Facebook .

Testing Self-righting properties of the new Kewatec Pilot 1630.