The ISPO is a standard of best practice for pilot organizations, improving safety and quality. Providing self-regulation and transparency in pilotage standards to all port related stakeholders.
The standard
Due to the nature of the job pilots must be self-confident and assertive, but at the same time team players able to slot into any vessel’s bridge team during the most critical phases of a vessel’s passage.
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International Users Group
The responsibility for the International Standard for Pilot Organizations lies with the International Users Group of ISPO-certified organizations (IUG).
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International User Group
A voluntary standard suitable for all pilot organizaions recognized by classification societies, managed by the International Users Group.
To promote and evolve ISPO for pilot organizations worldwide using the resources of the IUG membership.
ISPO to be the preferred quality standard for maritieme pilot organizations worldwide.
News
The annual ISPO conference will take place in Dubai, UAE, on 27th and 28th of November.
28 October 2024
Cattewater (Plymouth) is located on the south coast of Devon and comprimises three civil harbours.
12 June 2024
IHMA Congress,
The Marine Adventure – Evolving and adapting to change in today’s ports.
18 March 2024
Conferences
Welcome to the ISPO Conference 2019 in Palma, Palm de Mallorca
11 September 2019