We ensure that ships to and from the ports are safely piloted.

Nederlands Loodswezen

The Dutch pilots offer a contribution to the safe and quick pilotage of ships to and from the Dutch ports and the Flemish ports on the Scheldt River. Each year, they assist more than 90,000 ships. Loodswezen aims to play a leading role by excelling in terms of service provision, training and education, efficiency, technology and customer satisfaction. Highly-trained maritime pilots and other staff members work closely together to ensure safe and efficient operations in all circumstances.  

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New chairman of the Dutch Maritime Pilots’ Corporation

New chairman of the Dutch Maritime Pilots Corporation

Loodswezen NL - 01 May 2023
Willem Bentinck was appointed chairman of the Dutch Maritime Pilots’ Corporation. He succeeds Joost Mulder. more..

Nederlands Loodswezen signs contract with Next Generation Shipyards for build of sustainable tenders

Loodswezen NL - 16 Jan 2023
Nederlands Loodswezen signs contract with Next Generation Shipyards for build of sustainable tenders more..