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Mission Statement

EMPA is a professional, non-profit organization. It has 23 member countries and represents close to 5000 European maritime pilots.

Pilotage is primarily a port safety system for the protection of waterways, port facilities and the wider community.

Pilotage is a service that operates in the interest of public safety.

Pilots provide independent dynamic assistance to the ships they guide as well as information about the surrounding traffic and protecting the environment.

Pilots are closely involved with the development of EU and IMO maritime safety policies.

Pilots play an important role in the improvement of Port State Control by the EU.

EMPA´s Principal Objectives:

to provide Professional and Safe Pilotage
to promote the Education and Training of Maritime Pilots
to ensure Continued Proficiency
to develop International Quality and Safety Standards for Maritime Pilots
to build on the profound Maritime Experience of its members
to ensure the Medical Fitness of Maritime Pilots
to take an active part in EU Research Programmes
to work with Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)
to make use of Formal Safety Assessment procedures
to work with Port Authorities and Harbourmasters on both technical and safety matters.