Step behind the scenes to discover how ships from across the globe are expertly navigated through some of the Gulf's most vital ports.
The Galveston Texas City Pilots have the vital role of ensuring safety and efficiency on the water. Their mission is to guide vessels safely to their berths or out to sea while protecting the public interest of Texas. Through expert navigation and independent judgment, these skilled professionals safeguard lives, property, the environment, and the economic prosperity of Galveston County’s ports.
This pilot organization has been navigating vessels into Galveston Bay since 1845 and their role is critical to the region's economy and environment today.
04:40 Pilots and International Trade
10:50 History of Port of Galveston and Gal/Tex Pilots
14:35 Inbount Tanker Port of Galveston
17:25 Pilot Commands
18:40 Two Pilots On Board
20:40 Bolivar Roads
25:10 Laybert Docking
26:15 GalTex Pilot Boats
31:35 Outbound Tanker Port of Texas City
40:50 Inbound Tanker Port of Texas City
44:40: Night Time Inbound Tanker Port of Texas City
48:50 Becoming A Pilot in Texas
50:55 Cruise Ship Operations Port of Galveston
59:55 Credits
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