Lesath and Procyon. Pilot vessels at the Port of Rotterdam

Pilot boat launch in Youghal on July 2012.

Williams Shipping has added a new vessel to its port-service fleet in the Solent, UK as demand rises in the maritime hub.

out of Portsmouth

North River Boats (Pilot Boat)

Returning the Huron Belle to Port Huron for Winter Lay-up

Nautical Institute webinar, 13:00 – 14:30 UTC on Thursday 31st March, 2022.

The "MTM Potomac" is a 180 meter tanker, without a thruster and a fixed pitch, right handed propeller (like most).
This particular maneuver consisted of backing her about a ship´s length, then swinging to port with the help of 2 ASD tugs.

Editor's note: Nice video and many right steps! But the pilot should walk on the other - none ship - side for his safety. Great to see so many helmets and the second man secured to the pilot boat with a line.

Australian Capital Territory Section Technical Meeting
November 2021, online via Zoom

Join me for an action-packed day aboard the pilot boat on the River Tyne! From sunrise to sunset, we guide massive ships safely into port, working right in the heart of the action. Get up close as we put pilots on board, ride the waves, and experience the beauty of the Tyne like never before. Whether you're a maritime enthusiast or just love seeing life at sea, this behind-the-scenes look at the pilot boat crew is not to be missed!
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