Experienced pilots to accompany your manoeuvres in complete safety on the Seine and English Channel 24/7
For over a century, the Station de pilotage de la Seine has accompanied merchant ships, tankers and liners between Le Havre, Rouen, Dieppe and Caen. Our marine pilots ensure precise, safe maneuvers that comply with international standards, in areas with heavy traffic and high environmental challenges.
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The station today
Pilots on duty
The pilot’s job
The pilots of the Seine are available day and night to serve the ships. Trained to master the risks associated with navigation conditions, they are dedicated to ensuring the smooth flow of maritime traffic in a unique, natural and unspoiled environment.
Our missions
Marine and river piloting
Assistance for ships between Le Havre and Rouen, and in the ports of Dieppe and Caen, for safe, optimized maneuvering.
Safety and regulations
Strict compliance with national and international maritime and river navigation standards.
Training and expertise
Passing on maritime know-how and ongoing training for crews and young pilots.
Port traffic management
Safety, environment and technical excellence
Ship safety and environmental protection are our top priorities. Every maneuver, between Le Havre, Rouen, Dieppe and Caen, is designed to combine precision, performance and responsibility. Emissions reduction, biodiversity protection and technical innovation guide our daily actions.
To achieve this high standard, our pilots rely on state-of-the-art naval equipment, maintained and perfectly adapted to the constraints of the river and the English Channel. Tugs, launches and special equipment ensure the success of every mission.
Contact us!
A project, a question, a specific request? Contact our team today for your needs in Le Havre, Rouen, Dieppe or Caen.