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Welcome
Since 1908, the Crescent River
Port Pilots have been safely and efficiently guiding ships up and down
the 106 miles of the Mississippi River between Pilottown and New Orleans.
The Crescent Pilots use their knowledge of local waters and port conditions
and their experience as professional pilots to move a wide range of
vessels ranging from oil tankers to cruise ships.
Approximately 107 pilots belong to the Crescent River Port Pilots’ Association,
and their services are essential to the local maritime economy and
the state of Louisiana. Crescent Pilots work closely with the
U.S. Coast Guard and shipping agencies to safely navigate more than
5,296 vessels a year and protect the citizens and environment of
the state. The Crescents are also proud to contribute to an industry
that brings the global economy and jobs to Louisiana’s
ports.
While our organization dates back nearly a century, we are constantly
changing and advancing our technologies and techniques. Today our
pilots are on the leading edge of safe and efficient navigation.
Not only do the Crescents support and utilize innovative technology
employed in the Vessel Traffic System (VTS), they played an active
role in its development. |
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