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Back in August 2022, we received an offer to accompany the Port Colborne Pilot boat to make a video about the process of putting Pilots on board ships sailing on the Great Lakes. Port Colborne is the upbound terminus of the Welland Canal, and opens onto Lake Erie.

North River Boats (Pilot Boat)

M/V PILOT 62 (CHEOY LEE shipyards 17m Self-righting Pilot Boat)

This is one common method to board the pilot. And here it is a special boat which is very fast with new technology

The Artemis EF-12 Pilot leverages hydrofoil technology and an autonomous flight control system to deliver enhanced stability in a wide range of operating conditions. By flying above the waves, it reduces vessel motion and creates a smoother, more comfortable transfer experience. Arrive ready for the job: https://bit.ly/4ASeHuv Follow Artemis Technologies' social channels: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3dAvNXF LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Aou2py #pilotboat #portoperations #zeroemissions...

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At least ten people died and 251 were injured in a chlorine gas leak from a storage tank at Jordan's Aqaba port, officials and state media reported on Monday, as authorities called on residents to shut windows and stay indoors. The leak came after a tank filled with 25 tonnes of chlorine gas being exported to Djibouti fell while being transported, officials said. A video posted on state television's Twitter page showed a storage tank falling from a winch and slamming into the deck of a ship,...

Imagine a boat that doesn't just sail—it actually flies above the water! 🚤⚡ In this video, you'll discover the world's first 100% electric hydrofoil pilot boat, a revolutionary innovation that is changing the future of marine transportation. Instead of pushing through the water like traditional boats, this incredible vessel lifts itself above the surface using advanced hydrofoil technology. The result is a smoother ride, significantly lower energy consumption, reduced drag, and zero direct...