Article Systematic AIS data analysis reveals false vessel tracks
published on 27 August 2021
Analysis of tracking data from Automatic Identification System broadcasts reveals vessel locations have been simulated for a number of ships, including military vessels. This false information could compromise vessel safety, decrease confidence in a crucial collision avoidance system and potentially spark international conflict.
Video Inbound with CHIOS LUCK 188m, to Waalhaven Buoy 29
published on 28 June 2022
Video Look at Life - City of Sailors - Portsmouth - 1965, UK
published on 18 March 2021
Article Pilot Ladder Handbook by PTR Holland (latest version)
by PTR Holland® B.V. - published on 3 February 2024
Video Pilot Boat "PILOT 1280"
published on 22 April 2022
Article A global overview of navigation incidents
published on 10 September 2021
Video Fremantle Ports - an up-close look at pilot transfers
published on 24 March 2025
Every day, Fremantle Ports managers go out into the workplace to make safety observations.
Well-prepared observers can bring new eyes to everyday activities, particularly high-risk ones. Such observations can help identify hazards early on, whether they arise from equipment, practices, the environment or non-conformance with procedures. By systematically tracking the resulting data, over time we can better understand our own safety risks and opportunities to improve.
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Video New Burnham-On-Sea pilot boat arrives
published on 23 July 2020
Article Qastor 3 is now available - win a one year licence!
published on 18 October 2020
QPS is pleased to announce that Qastor 3 is now available on iOS and Windows.
This brand new version of Qastor is a multi functional navigation platform, which has been developed, designed and tested in cooperation with world-class pilots. Explore straightforward navigation software with optimal docking and piloting capabilities.