Who are the San Francisco Bar Pilots: A VR Film
Over the last few months, the San Francisco Bar Pilots have worked closely with Content 4 Good to produce a 360-degree virtual reality film on the Bar Pilots and the work they do. You are now able to see SFBP like never before – either with VR goggles or on your device.
Winter 2023 Newsletter
A Note from President Capt. John Carlier
Happy Holidays, and welcome to our Winter 2023 newsletter.
As we close out 2023, the San Francisco Bar Pilots approach our 174th year of operation. Our organization has managed to change and evolve over the years, pivoting from sail-powered pilot schooners until the 1970’s to state-of-the-art pilot boats.
The High-Stakes World of San Francisco’s Bar Pilots: A Virtual Reality Experience
The San Francisco Bar Pilots recently partnered with CBS Bay Area and the Pasha Group for a cutting-edge, virtual reality news story. The story captures a first-hand glimpse of a “day in the life” of a San Francisco Bar Pilot by following Captain Zack Kellerman as he navigates a ship through the Bay.
Spring 2023 Newsletter
A Note from President Capt. John Carlier
Welcome back to another edition of the San Francisco Bar Pilots newsletter! Spring has just about sprung in the San Francisco Bay Area after months of rain and cold temperatures, and the Bar Pilots are looking forward to clearer skies in the coming months.
December 2022 Newsletter
A Note from President Capt. John Carlier
As 2022 comes to a close, I can’t help but reflect on the year and be proud of the work the San Francisco Bar Pilots achieved on and off the water. Our pilots received recognition from the Coast Guard for their heroic work responding to the Port of Benicia fire, our business director Capt.
Port Partners
The Bar Pilots have a close working relationship with each of our nine port partners and regularly provide technical expertise and practical support. Below are some facts about each of the nine ports we serve.
Key Maritime Stakeholders Reach Landmark Agreement for Pilotage System
AB 2056 Addresses Fundamental Issues with the Bar Pilot’s Revenue Structure
Sacramento, CA – After a multi-year effort to reach a consensus, the San Francisco Bar Pilots, Pacific Merchant Shipping Association, Cruise Lines International Association, and Western States Petroleum Association have agreed to a comprehensive package of solutions aimed at addressing longstanding revenue issues facing the pilotage system through Assembly Bill 2056 (AB 2056) authored by Assemblymember Timothy Grayson.
August 2022 Newsletter
A Note from President Capt. John Carlier
After a multi-year effort to reach consensus, the San Francisco Bar Pilots, Pacific Merchant Shipping Association, Cruise Lines International Association, and Western States Petroleum Association have agreed to a comprehensive package of solutions aimed at addressing longstanding revenue issues facing the pilotage system through Assembly Bill 2056 (AB 2056) authored by Assemblymember Timothy Grayson.
Recreational Boating Safety Tips
Helpful Tips and Advice from the San Francisco Bar Pilots
As stewards for safety on the water, particularly in the challenging Bay Area waterways, the San Francisco Bar Pilots are sharing their knowledge and expertise to serve as a resource guide for recreational boaters looking to learn the basics of rules, safety, and advice from seasoned professionals.
April 2022 Newsletter
A Note from President Capt. John Carlier
Earlier this month, the San Francisco Bar Pilots were swiftly dispatched to the emergency scene of a four-alarm fire that broke out at the Port of Benicia. Our pilots safely maneuvered three ships from the berth and out of danger, allowing fireboats to reach and battle the flames directly from the water.
