Video Retired Houston channelpilot Lou Vest: "My Maritime Story"
published on 3 November 2020
Article Houston Pilots Practice Part Art, Part Science in Guiding Ships to Port
published on 11 November 2020
Maritime pilots trace the roots of their profession back to the ancient Greeks and Romans when incoming ship captains employed experienced local fisherman to guide their merchant vessels safely into port. It’s a legacy of skill, strength, and sharp wits, and our Houston Pilots (“Pilots”) have been meeting vessels at Galveston’s bar to carry on these proud traditions for just shy of 100 years.
Video Importance of Wearing Safety Helmets at Work. Examples for Pilots
published on 22 September 2020
Importance of Wearing Safety Helmets at Work. ... Hard hats or Safety helmets act as the first line of defense against head injury, but they only work when they are worn correctly. Thus, it's safe to say safety Helmets save lives and reduce the risk of brain injury. #wearenavigators info@wearenavigators.com www.wearenavigators.com
Video Promo Video - Shallow Water Effects - Maritime/ Marine/ Shipping Safety Training Video.
published on 17 June 2021
Video Crazy Pilot Boarding when the vessel is rolling heavy
published on 21 December 2019
Video Out for a ride on the Pilot Boat Pacific Chinook for some sea trials.
published on 26 June 2021
Video Pilot transfer, Paranaguá-Pilots - Brazil
published on 19 February 2021
Video Super Pilot Boat Preliminary Concept 32 by Iurisci Shipyard Abruzzo, Italy
published on 27 November 2021
Video Pilot Ladder on Ships- Correct rigging procedure 2020
published on 8 January 2021
Correct method of rigging pilot ladder explained.
As explained, a large number of reports related to the use of pilot ladders which are too long relative to the vessel’s draughts. As a result, the excessively long ladders require shortening up before being deployed for boarding pilots. In these cases, ship crew shortens the pilot ladders, using D-shackles to choke the side ropes at the required height along the ladder’s length. In this method, the D-shackle is first secured to a hard point...