This publication, compiled by the International Maritime Pilots’ Association, brings together the experience and expertise of over 30 pilots and industry experts to produce a fascinating insight into the role of the marine pilot. This 256-page book, illustrated throughout with colour photographs and diagrams, will be of benefit to pilots, both current and future, as well as to shipmasters and seafarers.
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Video Types of ships: Basic introduction to ship accidents
by Dr. Captain Ahmed Sati - published on 17 July 2024
Article Overview of Associated British Ports Marine Pilot Apprenticeships
published on 8 November 2020
Video Course Stability under wind - advice for various conditions
by Knud Benedict - published on 7 March 2022
Video Maritime Pilot Training V - Pilot Ladder Training
published on 12 May 2021
Article China wants to change pilot ladder regulations
published on 3 May 2022
Video The perfect pilot ladder
published on 9 September 2022
Video Port Revel Ship Handling Training Centre
published on 24 October 2019
Video To The Heads with the Port Phillip Sea Pilots - Nepean
published on 6 December 2022
Flying from Shortlands, following the beautiful HM Orc 181 "Nepean" Flying to the very edge of VLOS helped by the elevated position in the carpark, also helped by a good strong coffee from Hesse St! Little known fact, when I was a small child I went out in the Pilot boat from (dad recalls) Gem Pier in Williamstown! I only remember being a bit scared and that's about it. Learn about the Port Phillip Sea Pilots here - https://www.ppsp.com.au/story/ Learn more about the pilot boat here:...