San Francisco Shipping, Bar Pilot Transfer

Shipping Australia is delighted to welcome the Australasian Marine Pilots Institute as our newest corporate associate member

Ship pilot transfer from container ship with first person view

Our Pilot Boats play a crucial role in maintaining the daily flow of maritime traffic to and from Belfast Harbour. Working 24/7, 365 days a year, in all kinds of weather conditions, this dedicated team carries out the vital task of bringing the Harbour Pilots out to arriving vessels, where they guide them safely into their berths, as well as disembarking them, often in challenging sea conditions on Belfast Lough.
Kayleigh Ward, our sole female pilot boat crew member, reveals how she gave up...

Many thanks to Capt. Pilot Evan Simkus for the insight into the working day!

The Port of Townsville has welcomed the newest addition to its fleet of pilot boats with the arrival of the newly built Mantaray. The $3.3 million, custom-built vessel utilises high-tech equipment and design to maximise safety and efficiency for pilot transfers.

Download and view satellite images of sea-ice on your mobile device or PC within an intuitive map-based interface.

Testing Self-righting properties of the new Kewatec Pilot 1630.