Suggested required reading for all mariners no matter where they work: on rivers, in open seas, in narrow passages or limited draft conditions. A good balance between theory and practical hands-on approach with excellent illustrated examples. Consists of three parts: 1) the ship's capabilities and its manoeuvring gear; 2) the forces which set the ship moving; 3) the ship as it manoeuvres (mooring, sailing in shallow waters, port manoeuvres, etc.).
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Video Walking the right pilot boat side: Perfect disembarking
published on 14 June 2021
Video SHINWA MARU to Port of Rotterdam (Herman Broers)
published on 2 July 2021
Article Charles Costanzo named executive director of Puget Sound Pilots
published on 1 October 2021
Article Winter Edition of the BPC Pilotage Quarterly published
published on 10 January 2023
Opinion Women at the Helm: Advancing Maritime Pilotage Through Equity and Innovation
by Abolfazl Farajnezam - published on 17 June 2025
Article New pilot boat delivered to Spain's Port of Ferrol
by Baird Maritime - published on 9 September 2024
Video Pilot boarding ship - ice bound harbour.
published on 4 July 2019
Article The NZMPA Good Practice Guide for Pilots 2021
published on 4 April 2022
The Good Practice Guide for Pilots 2021 describes the knowledge and skills (technical and non-technical) that the NZMPA believe all pilots should aim to achieve and maintain. It is written primarily for pilots for their own guidance and professional development, but can be used as a framework for pilot training, proficiency and assessment. It is referenced to NZ Maritime Law and Codes.