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Ready for the real numbers behind pilot ladder non-compliance?

43% of all pilot ladder non-compliance cases come down to ONE error — an incorrectly rigged retrieval line.

Add steps not horizontal (15%) and the ladder not lying flush against the hull along its full length (8%) — and you've just accounted for two-thirds of every deficiency recorded.

No design flaws. No equipment failure. Just rigging mistakes — the kind that proper guidance and the right equipment eliminate before they ever happen.

At PTR Holland Group, we don't just manufacture pilot ladders. We back every ladder with technical guidance, hands-on problem-solving, and a partnership that goes beyond the product.

That's the trust that's taken us far beyond being "a pilot ladder manufacturer.

Source: International Maritime Pilots' Association (IMPA)Safety Bulletin

Full report: https://lnkd.in/eXsV5YrV

The latest 2026 International Maritime Pilots' Association (IMPA) Safety Campaign Report highlights a clear message:

Pilot ladders remain the #1 source of non-compliance during pilot transfers, accounting for 57% of all reported deficiencies.

A pilot ladder is not just another piece of equipment. It is a critical safety item that protects lives every day.

At PTR Holland Group, we remain committed to delivering pilot ladders that fully comply with IMO and ISO requirements—because safety starts with getting the basics right.

Link for the IMPA Safety Campaign Report :
https://lnkd.in/eXsV5YrV

PTR Holland at the AMPI Gala Dinner 2026 ⚓

What a fantastic evening at the Australasian Marine Pilots Institute (AMPI) Regional Ports & Pilotage Conference 2026 Gala Dinner, held at the iconic Mindil Beach Casino in Darwin.

As a proud Gold Sponsor, PTR Holland was delighted to join marine pilots, port authorities, and maritime professionals from across the region for an evening of networking, knowledge sharing, and strengthening industry relationships.

Thank you to AMPI and all attendees for a memorable evening in Darwin.

PTR Holland is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the Australasian Marine Pilots Institute ( ) Regional Ports & Pilotage Conference 2026 in Darwin.

The conference officially kicks off with the Welcome Event, bringing together maritime professionals from across the Asia-Pacific region.

Our colleague g is on site and looking forward to connecting with industry partners throughout the event.

We are pleased to announce that PTR Holland Group will be exhibiting at Posidonia 2026, the premier international shipping exhibition taking place 1–5 June in Athens, Greece.

Visit us at Stand 2.155 in Hall 2 to meet our team and discuss how our solutions and services can support your operations.

We look forward to connecting with industry partners and friends—see you in Athens!

A snapshot from the Asia Pacific Maritime exhibition... 📸

Most of our visitors knew that the logo on this step represents much more than just a pilot ladder. Since 1967, we have been supplying vessels and serving as the trusted name for quality and safety in pilot ladder production.

We would like to thank everyone who stopped by our stand and visited us. We look forward to coming together again at the next exhibition!

It’s the final Friday before APM Singapore! ⚓

Is your luggage packed? We are all set and looking forward to a busy week of catching up with familiar faces and meeting new ones in the industry.

When the exhibition floor gets a bit much and you need a quick break, find us at Stand E-K47. Stop by to grab a coffee and let’s have a chat.

See you in APM Singapore!

PTR HOLLAND® GROUP in the latest IMPA feature

Our Vice President Joris J. Stuip, shares insights on innovation, quality, and sustainability in the recent issue of IMPA. The article highlights our ongoing efforts in technology, industry education, and maritime safety standards.

🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/engYJq4j



(Also available in Supply Chain and Sustainability Magazine, Issue 3 2025)