Pilotage and mooring operation - work at sea

The use of historical navigation data by ports is essential for safety investigations globally. In the digital age, a wealth of pilotage data is available, aiding operations and training but potentially causing stress if misused.

Cruise Ship Business in Miami, USA

This article was first published back in September 2021: Pilotage operations require close interaction between human and machines. This complex sociotechnical system is necessary to safely and efficiently maneuver a vessel in constrained waters.

Short presentation of the steamship S/S Orion

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The new 56-ft. Virginia Pilots launch is powered by a pair of Volvo Penta D13 700 hp EPA Tier 3 engines matched with IPS-3 steerable pod drives with forward-facing counter-rotating props. The propulsion system includes Volvo Penta’s EVC electronic steering and control system with a three-axis joystick. Top speed is 33+ knots.

The pilots make docking mega-ships look easy despite the meteorological disturbance.
Great pictures from Morocco

SeaSafe - Marine pilot falling off a ships ladder with his integrated life jacket coat