Article Sanmar Shipyards completes record number of vessels in a month
published on 1 March 2022
Video IZ 1540 HDPE Pilot Boat Delivery | Türkiye to Antigua & Barbuda
published on 20 April 2026
From Türkiye to St. John’s, to St. Kitts… and finally Antigua & Barbuda. A journey shaped by effort, endurance, and trust. A 15-meter pilot boat, successfully delivered to the Caribbean, reaching the Antigua Barbuda Port Authority safely after navigating seas that test both vessel and crew. Meet Chief Sam. Built in collaboration with @planetboaat, this is not just another boat. A testament to what happens when experience, engineering, and the right material come together. Crafted in HDPE,...
Article New Volvo Penta D16 IMO III solution powers pilot boats
published on 15 November 2022
Video THIS Is Why I Want To Be A Pilot Boat Skipper!
published on 25 November 2022
Video Halifax pilot boat in big swells alongside a ship
published on 3 November 2021
Video Dynamic failure of pilot boats: Risk mitigation & management
published on 12 December 2020
Following a surf riding and broaching incident and subsequent collision by an experienced vessel operator, QinetiQ have been undertaking extensive investigations into the risk mitigation and safety management of pilotage operations. This presentation looks to discuss the risks presented during pilotage services, and provide a critical review of vessel design and service delivery approaches to understand the potential risk mitigations and management of pilot boat safety.