A day in the life of a TasPorts' Marine Pilot

Northwest passage

by Kenya Citizen TV

Documentary from 2019 by "The Sea Lad"

Many thanks to Capt. Pilot Evan Simkus for the insight into the working day!

The individual pilot operates as part of a pilotage organisation. And, as with so many things, the whole is (much) more than the sum of the parts ...

"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...

Theory on Wind drift will be shown together with demos using SAMMON planning on the effect of thrusters to have some effect on drift speed & direction

Learn why the Virginia Pilot Association chooses to rely on Volvo Penta power.