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200 years
harbour pilots
Bremerhaven

The harbour pilots of Bremerhaven have been assisting captains of the world's largest ships in one of the world's most demanding port over 200 years. Each harbour pilot is a highly skilled specialist with years of experience as a master, using his navigational experience, navigational skills and local knowledge to deliver a high-risk public service.

Grünes Frachtschiff „Green Karmoy“ neben einem roten Leuchtturm auf dem Wasser.

Safety and environmental protection

Presently 28 harbour pilots are ensuring the safety of life, ships and environment within the port limits of Bremerhaven. They are an essential part in the circle of continous movement of goods.

Pilotage

COUNTRY IN SIGHT

Do you go to sea and want to deepen your expertise in safe ship handling?

We are an experienced team of port pilots specializing in safe ship handling in confined sea spaces. With years of experience and countless maneuvers in the port of Bremerhaven, we guarantee the reliable handling of all types of ships - from the largest container ships and car carriers to cruise and special ships, fishing vessels and tug and tow convoys.

If you are interested in becoming part of our dedicated team, we look forward to receiving your application!

Career
Lotsenflagge
Nahaufnahme des orangefarbenen Schiffsbogens mit drei runden Öffnungen.

IN MOTION OR MOORED

Our live AIS feed and the ship‘s traffic of the day are a valuable tool for ship and port operators, port authorities and maritime enthusiasts.

Port