Video Pilot Disembarking ship in rough seas (Galveston)
published on 2 April 2025
Video Supmar series of Camarc pilot boats
published on 22 October 2020
Video HDPE pilot boat
published on 15 July 2020
Video Pilot boat catches fire off Singapore's coast; one person taken to hospital
published on 11 September 2023
Video Amazing Piloting I How A Pilot Drives The Ship
published on 3 May 2021
Article A review of the ship’s pivot point: Science, Maths and Observation’ Where is the centre of a ship’s rotation?
by Tim Cummins, Harbour Pilot, Portsmouth International Port - published on 17 July 2020
This my attempt to do just that. This is a summary of all scientific papers and articles that I could find about the ship’s pivot point. I have added links to any videos associated with the publications and have also included any useful diagrams or equations that the authors published to help explain their research.
Video Halifax Pilot boarding inbound CSL Bulk Carrier
published on 17 December 2020
Video Kayleigh Ward - Belfast Harbour Pilot Boat Crew
published on 11 July 2024
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...