Article

Filipino crew died trying to assist pilot boarding


published on 4 April 2023 924 -

Original article by Fleetmon

A Filipino crew member of a Capesize bulk carrier HELLASSHIP fell into water while trying to assist pilot boarding bulk carrier in rough weather, off Gijon, Spain, at night Apr 1. A massive SAR was launched, deploying SAR boats and helicopter, but he wasn’t found during nighttime. His body was found and recovered in the morning Apr 2, he drowned though he was wearing a life jacket. HELLASSHIP berthing was cancelled, she was berthed at around noon Apr 2.

Join the conversation...

Login or register to write comments and join the discussion!
A community member on 9 April 2023, 18:00 UTC

This comment has been removed.

Parana river pilot Martin Cazaux Argentina
on 4 April 2023, 17:08 UTC

My recognition of an act of heroism. The best proof of solidarity among who sail
2

Read more...

Video Kiel Canal: Collision with Holtenau High Bridge (Holtenauer Hochbrücke)

published on 1 December 2022

The Finnish special vessel "Meri" collided with Holtenau High Bridge (Holtenauer Hochbrücke) over the Kiel Canal early on 30 Nov 2022 morning at around 4.37 am.

2

Article Swift Action By UK Maritime Pilots Avoids Blocking Southampton Water

published on 31 January 2023

The United Kingdom Maritime Pilots Association (UKMPA), is the representative professional body for Maritime Pilots in the United Kingdom. Almost every ship entering or leaving a port, is required under UK law to engage a duly Authorised Maritime Pilot, who either boards the vessel in port or at sea and takes conduct of the safe navigation of that vessel. This undertaking is critical to protecting the country’s national infrastructure and environment from damage or pollution, supporting the UK’s economy, and ensuring the safe, timely and efficient movement of all trade.

1

Article Japanese pilot dies in an accident on duty

published on 5 May 2023

The pilot at Nagasaki Port fell into the water at around 0530 Tokyo time on 5 May while boarding the cruise ship DIAMOND PRINCESS, which was about to enter Nagasaki.

0

Article Recovery of Persons in Water (PIW) Guide to Good Practice for Small Vessels

published on 22 November 2022

The British Tugowners Association are pleased to release to industry is latest guidance release, Recovery of Persons in Water (PIW) Guide to Good Practice for Small Vessels.

2

Article Man dies after falling from pilot boat (Canada)

published on 28 September 2022

The RCMP are investigating the death of a man who went overboard outside St. John's harbour from a pilot boat early Tuesday morning.

1

Video Pilot boat getting alongside a merchant cargo big bulk carrier ship

published on 27 July 2022

Pilot boat alongside a merchant cargo vessel, a big bulk carrier at canakkale strait, turkey

0

Video Kewatec Pilot 1630 Self-Righting test

published on 17 November 2020

Take a look at Kewatecs latest self-righting test

0

Video Suez Canal Transit Of 12 Hous In 16 Minutes

published on 30 June 2022

This video is of suez Canal Transit of 12hr journey in 16minute.its Uncut video and covers all the details of suez canal transit whether its Pilot boarding, crew change or suez canal crew boarding. All detail has been included in this video with text Description. It took more than 12hr of recording, and hard work for lot of editing. If you like the video please like, subscribe share and comment on this video. This channel will cover all practical aspect of deck related work or ship's...

0

Article Report on the collision on 8 November 2018 between the frigate HNoMS Helge Ingstad and the oil tanker Sola TS

published on 15 November 2019

Part one report on the collision on 8 November 2018 between the frigate HNoMS Helge Ingstad and the oil tanker Sola TS outside the Sture Terminal in the Hjeltefjord in Hordaland county

0