Video Departing Miami on Norwegian Sky & Pilot Boat
published on 28 February 2020
Video Pilot off!
published on 14 December 2021
Video How to build a safe Pilot Ladder. The production at PTR Holland
published on 20 December 2019
Video Pilot disembarkation in Istanbul Strait
published on 30 December 2020
Video Very descriptive: Piston Effect when entering lock.
published on 10 May 2020
Two new locks were introduced in 2009 for training in the new Panama lock conditions with or without tug(s). This video shows the famous "piston effect" when entering the lock at an impressive speed of 10 knots with a high blockage factor.
Port Revel provides shiphandling training using manned models for maritime pilots, masters and officers: http://www.portrevel.com
Article S-Ribs Custom Boatbuilding has finished the trials of the first boat of "SWR-120" project
published on 7 December 2021
Article Associated British Ports to upgrade pilot boat fleet
by Baird Maritime - published on 22 July 2024
Associated British Ports (ABP) will upgrade its recently acquired pilot launches to enhance safety, effectiveness, and sustainability, incorporating feedback from its pilots and marine teams. The program will expand the fleet of larger vessels from three to five, replace older models, and improve seakeeping, crew safety, comfort, handling, fuel efficiency, and emissions reduction.