18/05/2025
Denmark has become the first country to approve testing of remote pilotage, allowing maritime pilots to guide ships from shore using real-time data, with the 18-month trial covering up to 50 operations in the Kattegat and western Baltic Sea.
Developed by DanPilot and Danelec, the system transmits navigational data from ships to a command center in Randers, enabling pilots to steer vessels remotely, enhancing safety, reducing CO₂ emissions, and cutting operational costs.
With support from Maersk and backed by six years of development, the initiative signals a major shift in maritime digitalization and sustainable navigation, with the potential to reshape global pilotage practices.
