Pilot Boat "Pioneer" at Vlissingen Netherlands (2021)

Boarding a vessel at sea is no simple task. This video provides detailed instructions and demonstrations about safe boarding of vessels.

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timelapse of Pilot embarking and departing from Ship
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For nearly 150 years, the Bar Pilots have protected our environment by safely guiding ocean-going vessels through our waterways.

Bahamas Maritime Pilot's Association (BMPA) presentation at IMPA 2014.

This study presents a novel decision support process for a pilot dispatching problem in the St. Lawrence River. It integrates a comprehensive set of time-based performance measures, including working time, waiting time, and skill level differences, to optimize fairness and operational efficiency in pilot dispatching.

Pilot boats in action. The key elements for a safe pilot transfer.

Shipping has evolved significantly over the years. Research in maritime safety and operations over the past few decades has been intensive and has resulted in significant improvements.