Houston Pilots

Houston Pilots Since 1921 we have piloted the port that built the city

The Houston Pilots Association provides pilotage services to all foreign flag vessels and American vessels under register (regulated vessels) entering or departing the Port of Houston, Harris County, Texas, as required by Texas state law. Pilotage is provided 24-hours per day, 365 days per year, in all weather and port conditions, unless closed for safety, for example, poor visibility, high winds, and storm warnings.

05/27/2026

Behind every successful transit is a skilled tug crew—precision, strength, and teamwork at work on the water.

On National Maritime Day, we recognize the men and women who keep global commerce moving safely and efficiently. From pi...
05/22/2026

On National Maritime Day, we recognize the men and women who keep global commerce moving safely and efficiently.

From pilots and tug boat operators to mariners across the world—your expertise keeps our waterways running 24/7. ⚓

The sights of the Channel. 🚢
05/20/2026

The sights of the Channel. 🚢

05/18/2026

One of our two shuttle boats, The Juan Sequin, performs exceptionally on the water. Reliable and highly functional, she helps keep our pilots and boat crew safe every day. ⚓️

Port Houston handles over 4 million containers a year. 97% of those containers that come through Houston stay in Texas. ...
05/13/2026

Port Houston handles over 4 million containers a year. 97% of those containers that come through Houston stay in Texas. 🚢

The Houston Pilots move approximately 60 ships a day up and down the 52-mile Houston Ship Channel. It’s a privilege and...
05/11/2026

The Houston Pilots move approximately 60 ships a day up and down the 52-mile Houston Ship Channel. It’s a privilege and honor to do so.

Thank you Congressman Chuck Fleischmann for visiting Port Houston and touring the Houston Ship Channel. Congressman Flei...
05/06/2026

Thank you Congressman Chuck Fleischmann for visiting Port Houston and touring the Houston Ship Channel.

Congressman Fleischmann serves as Chairman of the Energy and Water Subcommittee on Appropriations and is also a member of the Defense Subcommittee on Appropriations and the Energy Subcommittee on Science, Space & Technology.

We appreciate the opportunity to showcase the importance of the Houston Ship Channel and Port Houston to our Congressional leaders.

Maintain the Channel. Protect the Channel. Expand the Channel.

Being a ship pilot gives us the opportunity to connect with people from all over the world. 🌎⚓️ It’s always rewarding to...
05/06/2026

Being a ship pilot gives us the opportunity to connect with people from all over the world. 🌎⚓️

It’s always rewarding to meet young mariners eager to learn—sharing our experience and perspective with the next generation is something we truly value.

05/04/2026

Coming in hot!

Our bar boats are SWATH vessels (Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull) ⚓️

With twin submerged hulls, they minimize wave impact and provide an exceptionally stable platform—critical for safe pilot transfers. Their wide, open decks are designed for efficiency and safety in every boarding.

This advanced design reduces motion in rough waters, which is essential when pilots are stepping onto moving ships via ladders.

04/30/2026

Good Morning Houston! ☀️

Did you know that, on average, a ship moves along the Houston Ship Channel every 20 minutes? ⚓️

A shout out to all the deckhands out there helping the maritime industry run smoothly! As a team, we get it done togethe...
04/27/2026

A shout out to all the deckhands out there helping the maritime industry run smoothly! As a team, we get it done together. 🙌🏻🚢

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Deer Park, TX
77536

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