Pilot Boarding

This video briefly describes the special operation of transfer of marine pilots at sea.

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)].

In this paper, the risk of ship pilotage in Jiangsu section of the Yangtze River is studied by fuzzy comprehensive evaluation: risk factor identification, risk evaluation and decision making suggestion.

Pilot going onboard, using pilot ladder port side, 1,5 meters above the water.

by "Mallu Sailor" on YouTube
Do you know how difficult to board a ship through pilot ladder.

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