SWASH by Abeking & Rasmussen

At the A&R shipyard in Germany, the successful principle of SWATH boats was further developed in 2013: The SWASH principle allows sea-going, smaller and more economical boats.

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.

Humber Pilotage Area - Pilot Disembarkation
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A Pilot Boat alongside a Cruise Ship

Pilot boats are an essential part of our maritime world where they provide safe passage for ships to and from the harbor. The Swedish Maritime Administration (SMA) has 23 pilot stations in Sweden.

The transfer of pilots to and from seagoing vessels should not rely solely on mutual trust and good intentions.

Take a look at Kewatecs latest self-righting test

Occurrence Brief from the ATSB (Australia)

Training video V on the correct use of the pilot ladder