Found on YouTube. Created by "AMS Group". Originally published on 2021-09-29.
Poseidon Sea Pilots starts their world-class trainee program. Highly experienced master mariners train in local conditions. They all say the new job offers excitement, diversity and, for some, it’s a dream come true. Join the conversation...
Captain Robert de Roos
Loodswezen Rotterdam - Rijnmond,
Netherlands
on 3 October 2021, 07:59 UTC
As being a pilot-trainer myself for over 30 years, I know it is very difficult for experienced masters to start studying again and to focus on the new role as a pilot. At the other hand the new pilots are excited and eager to learn, which is always a pleasure for the coach too. I wish them (you) all of luck!
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Opinion New guidance for PBAs with trapdoors. Released 4.11.2020 by NZMPA
by New Zealand Maritime Pilot's Association - published on 6 November 2020
New guidance for PBAs with trapdoors. Released 4.11.2020 at NZMPA Conference in Dunedin, NZ. Distinct difference to suggestions in many other countries, is that we challenge operators who have the ladder suspended from the accommodation ladder (gangway) and not secured to the ship. SOLAS states that pilot ladder shall be secured to the ship, and securing strongpoints, shackles and ropes shall be as strong as the sideropes.