Video New simulators at STC Group
published on 16 February 2022
The Netherlands is a world leader in maritime technology. Many companies at the port of Rotterdam are dedicated to expanding the field. One of these companies is VSTEP Simulation, developer of maritime simulators and software for training purposes. Port of Rotterdam Authority is using these solutions to train commanding officers for its vessels.
Article Metal Shark Delivers 45 Defiant Crew Boat To Anchorage Launch
published on 3 February 2023
Video Motor Pandu Makassar / Pilot Boat, Pandu MT.
published on 12 March 2024
Article Gladding-Hearn Builds New Class of Launch for Maryland Pilots
published on 26 July 2021
Article Human Error in Pilotage Operations
published on 3 December 2024
Video Carnival Luminosa - Cruise ship - pilot boat for the port of Cairns
published on 11 February 2025
Article Study: The Application of Automatic Identification System Information and PSO-LSTM Neural Network in CRI Prediction
published on 28 March 2022
Considering that collision accidents happen sometimes, it is necessary to predict the collision risk to ensure navigation safety. With the information construction in maritime and the popularity of automatic identification system applications, it is more convenient to obtain ship navigation dynamics.
Video Tug Girding
published on 30 November 2020
Between 2005 and 2018, the TSB received reports of 26 girding situations resulting in 21 capsizings. Girding occurs when a vessel is pulled broadside by a towline force and is unable to manoeuver out of this position. The TSB created this video to illustrate the factors leading to girding and the recovery methods.
The TSB would like to thank Ledcor Resources and Transportation Inc. for use of simulator training images in the girding video. We would also like to acknowledge the U.S....