Source: Ship Report Podcasts
Today a look at a special vessel that is commonly seen on the Astoria waterfront: the pilot boat that takes pilots to and from passing ships. These boats are specially designed for demanding work that other boats avoid at all costs – coming in contact with the hull of a moving ship, and transporting pilots safely as they do a dangerous job.Video DJI Mavic 2 Pro - Foyle Leader Pilot Vessel
published on 6 August 2020
Article SWATH & SWASH Technology - Smoother pilot boarding
by Marine-Pilots.com - published on 3 July 2020
Video 19 Meter FRP Pilot Boat | Patrol & VIP Boats | Delivered Fleet
published on 24 March 2026
Successfully delivered 19M FRP Pilot, Patrol, and Security Boat - built for performance, durability, and operational reliability.
The vessel River Pearl-39 is Owned by Knowledge Marine and Engineering Works (KMEW), fully operational with Mumbai Port Trust.
These vessels are designed to meet the rigorous demands of pilotage, coastal security, and marine operations with easy of handling and low maintainence.
Video Virtual Reality Example INGEMAR Naval Architects
published on 26 May 2020
Article Gladding-Hearn Delivers New Launch to Galtex Pilots
published on 13 December 2022
Press Release New Pilot Boat for Port of Townsville
by Port of Townsville - published on 15 March 2021
Video Unberthing VIMC Diamond
published on 28 February 2025
Article #DangerousLadders on Facebook
by Marine-Pilots.com - published on 10 September 2019
Video Embarking Maneuvering from Argentina
published on 25 October 2021
Article Harwich Haven Authority applies for extension of pilotage area
by Marine-Pilots.com - published on 17 September 2020
Following a review Harwich Haven Authority (the Authority), in its role as a Competent Harbour Authority (CHA), has applied to the Department for Transport (the Department) to extend its existing area of voluntary pilotage to include the western most areas of Hamford Water and Oakley Creek in the area known as the Walton Backwaters.