Master hands over to the Pilot:
- Ship heading
- Compass error, gyro error
- Speed per RPM
- Vessel pivot point on turn
- Vessel draft
- Present position
- Proximity to threatening traffic
- Radio frequencies being monitored
- Radar range scale and display mode in use
- Response time on rpm change
- The time required bringing the main engine from sea speed to maneuvering speed.
- Astern power
- Type of propeller (right or left hand screw)
- Availability of bow thruster
- Loaded or in ballast
- Vessel handling characteristic
- Limitations on all equipment and instruments
Pilot informs master on:
- Estimated time of arrival, tide state off the berth and average speed on final approach
- Present tide and state of current and depth of water en route
- Day versus Night restrictions
- Navigational track plan including maximum and
- minimum acceptable speed.
- Need of special maneuvers in narrow or bends
- Planned and emergency use of anchors
- Communication method between vessel and tugs
- Location of meeting of tugs for docking
- Expected traffic along route
- Tug positioning and power
- Which side for berthing
- Number of mooring lines
