Video New Pilot Boat DPC Dodder Arrives in Dublin Ports
published on 7 April 2022
Dublin Port Company has taken delivery of a new Pilot Boat, named DPC Dodder. The state-of-the art vessel, which represents a significant investment to support the critical service performed by the pilots and pilot boat crews, arrived in Dublin Port on St. Patrick’s Day having set sail from Great Yarmouth last month.
Designed by French Naval Architect Pantocarene for both fuel efficiency and performance in challenging weather conditions, DPC Dodder features the latest navigational and...
Video Incident between pilot boat and practical Nissos Chios (Balearia), leaving the port of Ceuta (Spain). June 2019
published on 11 December 2019
Article Pilot Boat Review "Colne Leader" by BairdMaritime.com
by Baird Maritime - published on 10 May 2023
Article Saint-Michel – France's Le Havre Pilot Station with new Pilot Boat
by Baird Maritime - published on 23 February 2026
Video Miami pilot boat, Ships & Voyager video
published on 21 August 2025
Video How Biggest Ship Crosses STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR in bad weather | Navigation Bridge Of Ship |
published on 13 August 2020
This video includes how we transit STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR on the biggest ship in the world (EMMA MAERSK)
I have included some bridge procedures we are required to carry out PRE-ARRIVAL and how MASTER-PILOT exchange is carried out .
For aspiring sailors , do watch the whole video as you will learn how life at sea works , the challenges we face and the pros and cons of merchant navy .
I conduct Q&A session on my Instagram account, so don't forget to follow me there too
Article Book “Remote Pilotage” by Antti Rinkinen
published on 7 January 2022
Video Pilot rejects unsafe pilot ladder in Izmir, Turkey
published on 18 May 2022
Article Adjustment pilot transfer arrangement Multratug-19
by Arie Palmers - published on 9 August 2023
Article Associated British Ports to upgrade pilot boat fleet
by Baird Maritime - published on 22 July 2024
Associated British Ports (ABP) will upgrade its recently acquired pilot launches to enhance safety, effectiveness, and sustainability, incorporating feedback from its pilots and marine teams. The program will expand the fleet of larger vessels from three to five, replace older models, and improve seakeeping, crew safety, comfort, handling, fuel efficiency, and emissions reduction.