Pilot transfer remains one of the highest-risk operations at sea. In this issue, learn more about the practical steps vessel operators, masters and crews can take for safer pilot transfer.
Getting pilot transfer right is critical, not only for compliance, but for protecting your people and avoiding preventable incidents.
Small oversights, incorrect rigging, poor maintenance, or gaps in supervision, can have serious consequences. This bulletin highlights recurring issues seen globally and provides guidance to help:
- reduce the risk of injury during pilot boarding and disembarkation
- identify common deficiencies in pilot ladders and transfer arrangements
- strengthen onboard risk assessments before transfer operations
- reinforce crew awareness and accountability
- prepare early for upcoming international regulatory changes.
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Review your current pilot transfer arrangements to strengthen safety outcomes, support your crew, and stay ahead of future compliance requirements.
Last updated: 23 March 2026