Marine Pilot

Another worthful video by Knud Benedict, Germany

Educational and descriptive video

Pilotage of cargo ship in Tampa (USA).

An information sheet for marine pilots about novel coronavirus. Published by the Australian Government - Department of Health

15 mtr pilot boat classed under BV with the notation Electric Hybrid and Zero-Emission (“ZE”) mode. This notation provides operational and environmental benefits. It helps to ensure the systems operate safely and efficiently, as well as reduce fuel consumption, local air emissions and noise when in proximity to centers of population.

Movement to Universal Terminal Jetty 7, bridge view with Pilot Onboard

The European Maritime Pilot´s Association has released the new Newsletter issue 003/2022.

Safehaven Marine, pilot boat specialist builders in Ireland have launched a new Interceptor 48 pilot boat for the Port of Coruna in Northern Spain. ‘Practicos Coruna Ochno’ is powered by a pair of Volvo D13 500hp continuously rated engines and ZF Gearboxes. Propulsion is by conventional sterngear turning 28” propellers giving her a 25kts continuous operational speed. Capable of carrying 7 pilots and crew all on shock mitigation seating comfortably in her spacious fully lined cabin with extremely low noise levels of 73db recorded.

This is an in-depth discussion of the risks involved in maritime pilot transfers; an interesting job but with a risky commute to work.