These boats are built by Abeking & Rasmussen in Germany
These boats are built by Abeking & Rasmussen in Germany
Video Pilot tender GRODEN on the river Weser
published on 1 October 2021
Video Steenbank Pilot Antwerp, Belgium - SWATH "Cetus" by Abeking & Rasmussen
published on 17 November 2021
Article What is a SWASH pilot boat? What's the difference to the SWATH technology?
by Marine-Pilots.com - published on 5 June 2020
Video Pilot boat on the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon
published on 27 February 2023
Article Maersk and Svitzer to Develop Fuel Cell Tug Powered by Green Methanol
published on 11 November 2021
Article New app: Pilot´s Tug Assist Tool PTAT - Bollard Pull Calculation for Marine Pilots
by Capt. M. Baykal Yaylai - published on 19 February 2020
Required tug power and number of tugs needed in variable conditions of wind, current and waves isin most cases an assessment made by pilots based on their professional experience. However, assessments will raise questions by lawyers if something goes wrong. They will use tools to calculate what really is needed with respect to tug power and number of tugs. They have furthermore the advantage of time.
Video Life At Sea, Pilot Boarding Ship in Rough Weather
published on 7 February 2020
A maritime pilot, marine pilot, harbor pilot, bar pilot, or simply pilot, is a sailor who maneuvers ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbors or river mouths. They are navigational experts possessing knowledge of the particular waterway such as its depth, currents, and hazards.