Video Wind drift making headway - practical experiments for voyage planning and Rule of Thumb
published on 7 April 2021
Video Brazilian Training Ship Cisne Branco Strikes Bridge in Ecuador
published on 26 October 2021
Video Pilot Boat Hamburg Pilot 3
published on 19 November 2025
Video How Tugboats Keep Ports Running Smoothly
published on 13 January 2025
"The Hidden Heroes: How Tugboats Keep Ports Running Smoothly"Did you know that tugboats are the unsung heroes of our ports? They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the safe and efficient movement of giant ships and cargo vessels. From navigating treacherous waters to providing emergency assistance, tugboats play a vital role in keeping our global supply chain running smoothly. In this video, we're shining the spotlight on these mighty machines and the brave men and women who...
Article New Pilot Boat for Northeast Marine Pilots (USA) by Safehaven Marine
by Frank Kowalski - published on 10 June 2024
Video My 30 Day Day Job Towboat Trip Pilot
published on 26 May 2025
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....