Pilot Boarding

Pilot Boat build by Abeking & Rasmussen, Germany.

Video showing marine pilot navigating a cargo ship from Port Botany.

Australian Pilot Disembarking Ship Using Pilot Ladder With Man Ropes

This action seeks compensation for injuries he alleges have prematurely ended his career in shipping.

Ideas from Nasir Khan, Port Pilot: "I would like to suggest that we try an experiment and make some modifications that will result in a better grip on the handrails of the ship's ladder and on the pilot ladder steps. Let's talk about it!"

What happens when GNSS fails? In maritime navigation, this isn’t a hypothetical scenario – it’s a growing risk. Spoofing, jamming, and GNSS outages are increasing, especially in the Baltic Sea region. A failure can cripple navigation systems – with potentially serious consequences.

Version from 1st May 2021: Ships that require the services of a pilot need to ensure that the Pilot Transfer Arrangements (PTA) they provide are in compliance with the requirements prescribed under SOLAS V/23 and IMO Resolution A.1045(27) [as amended by IMO Resolution A.1108(29)].

Лоцманский катер, выход из Аделаиды, Австралия

Charleston Harbor pilots play crucial role in safely navigating ships to port

“Find your passion, set goals and commit to them.” Sound advice from Port of Cape Town’s Ellen Moletsane, who recently earned her Open Licence as a marine pilot.