Video Pilot transfer by helicopter is a demanding task
published on 8 December 2021
transfer of Marine Ship's Pilots by helicopter hoist is a demanding task.
Berthing means bringing a vessel to her berth until the ship is made fast. ... The berthing and unberthing manoeuvres require great knowledge and skill by the master, officers and the crew, as well as an excellent team-work with the rope-runners and the mooring party ashore
Video Tyne Pilot Boat Collingwood
published on 5 March 2025
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the vital work of the Port of Tyne pilot boat crew aboard Collingwood! From sunrise to sunset, these skilled mariners navigate the River Tyne and the North Sea, ensuring the safe passage of massive cargo ships, tankers, and ferries.
Watch as the crew battles the elements, transfers pilots onto moving vessels, and keeps the busy shipping lane running smoothly. This is a rare glimpse into the teamwork, precision, and dedication required to guide ships...
Video Lisbon pilot disembarking from Adonia in rough seas (2014)
published on 11 September 2021
Video Halifax Pilot boarding inbound CSL Bulk Carrier
published on 17 December 2020
Article China: Accident caused by mass pilots quarantines
by www.MaritimeBulletin.net - published on 13 January 2022
Article Obituary Capt. Andrew Holton Stegen (87) - Crescent River Port Pilots
by Marine-Pilots.com - published on 25 October 2020
Article AIMPA Journal- October 2021 issue XV
by AIMPA - All India Marine Pilots' Association - published on 15 October 2021
Article Results online survey into the securing methods of pilot ladders
by Herman Broers - published on 5 March 2021
It has been shown that a majority (51%) of pilot ladders is secured by means of D-shackles, when secured at intermediate length. Previous research (Evans, 2020) has proven that this method has only about 50% of the strength of the pilot ladder when secured at full length (“double ended ladder”), or by means of the “endless-sling” method.