A conversation about the Jones Act

Join Great Lakes maritime historian and antiquarian Brendon Baillod as he discusses the restoration and conservation of a rare and very early 1865 Thompson's Great Lakes Coast Pilot. Early coast pilot books were kept on every schooner and steamer and Lakes and contain important details about the history of harbors, navigation, obstructions and shipwrecks on the Lakes. This 1865 Thompson's is among the rarest and also badly in need of stabilization. Enjoy this two part series where this...

Briese research are extending their cooperation with Nautitec for their research training projects. As from immediate effect, a model of the research vessel “Maria S. Merian” can be used for tailor made training at NAUTITEC´s Leer-based simulator facilities.

During a meeting on 4 December 2024, the International Hydrographic Organization Nautical
Information Provision Work Group (IHO NIPWG) held a vote on the new Guide for Nautical
Data 2.1. The guide was unanimously endorsed.

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.

Recorded presentation by All India Marine Pilots Association (AIMPA) on the topic "Pilot Ladder safety and Pilot Transfer procedures"

This video explores the question of why ships are so difficult to manoeuvre in reverse.

USCG Station Yaquina Bay in Newport, OR
Surf Training from 12/19-1/20

Ideas from Nasir Khan, Port Pilot: "I would like to suggest that we try an experiment and make some modifications that will result in a better grip on the handrails of the ship's ladder and on the pilot ladder steps. Let's talk about it!"

The maritime sector is experiencing a significant shift due to escalating environmental issues, changing regulatory frameworks, and heightened public demands for sustainability. During this transformation, marine pilots are essential;

Pilot boats doing their thing on a rough day at Port Phillip Heads. Featuring: Auriga Pilots – PV Griffiths Port Phillip Sea Pilots – PV Nepean Videography from the Bellarine Peninsula, Surf Coast & beyond. Enquiries E: info@petejamesmedia.com.au DM for enquiries. Other work - Landscape Photography: IG: @petejamesphoto FB: @petejamesphoto www.petejamesphotography.com.au Commercial Photography & Video IG: @petejamesmedia www.petejamesmedia.com.au Surf Videos IG: @petejames.surf