Opinion Empty Ships, Empty Seas
by Ivana-Maria Carrioni-Burnett - published on 21 September 2020
Video Kayleigh Ward - Belfast Harbour Pilot Boat Crew
published on 11 July 2024
Our Pilot Boats play a crucial role in maintaining the daily flow of maritime traffic to and from Belfast Harbour. Working 24/7, 365 days a year, in all kinds of weather conditions, this dedicated team carries out the vital task of bringing the Harbour Pilots out to arriving vessels, where they guide them safely into their berths, as well as disembarking them, often in challenging sea conditions on Belfast Lough.
Kayleigh Ward, our sole female pilot boat crew member, reveals how she gave up...
Article Roberta Coppa (Fedepiloti): "There are still too many gender prejudices in our world".
by ShipMag.it - published on 9 March 2021
Video A Journey on Kiel Canal, Germany
published on 25 September 2022
Video Interview with Ältermann Jan-Helge Janssen, Bremerhaven, Germany - German language only
published on 15 September 2023
Video Belgium SWATH Pilot Boat WESTDIEP
published on 18 October 2021
Video Safehaven sea trials with "Tom Crean" & "P&O Sahm"
published on 30 May 2025
Opinion Online survey: Securing methods of pilot ladders at intermediate length
by Herman Broers - published on 7 December 2020
Video How Tugboats Keep Ports Running Smoothly
published on 13 January 2025
"The Hidden Heroes: How Tugboats Keep Ports Running Smoothly"Did you know that tugboats are the unsung heroes of our ports? They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the safe and efficient movement of giant ships and cargo vessels. From navigating treacherous waters to providing emergency assistance, tugboats play a vital role in keeping our global supply chain running smoothly. In this video, we're shining the spotlight on these mighty machines and the brave men and women who...
Video ROBUST PILOT BOATS of Netherlands and Belgium
published on 15 April 2020
These are some of the reliable sturdy Pilot boats of Netherlands and Belgium to bring and pick up Marine Pilots to and from commercial merchant vessels either inbound or outbound. The Marine Pilots are licensed PROFESSIONALS who have a thorough knowledge of a certain port and they guide the Master/Captain of commercial ships in and out of the foreign Seaport. Location: Steenbank Pilot Station, Flushing/Vlissingen Pilot Station, Wandelaar Pilot Station. Boats in order of appearance in this...