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New pilot boat for Dover Harbour Board

The Port of Dover has taken a significant step forward in modernising its fleet by launching its first new pilot boat in nearly two decades.

The new vessel, named DHB Diligent, was developed in partnership with Holyhead Marine. Powered by HVO diesel and equipped with advanced technology, DHB Diligent is designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions, aligning with the port’s sustainability goals.

“Diligent is a brilliant addition to our critical fleet of pilot vessels, and we are extremely proud to see her officially begin operations,” said Steven Manser, Harbour Master at the Port of Dover.

“Brand new and packed with the latest features, she will provide exceptional assistance to our pilots, who do a great job escorting vessels into berth, even in challenging weather conditions.”

Christened by Godmother Emma Ward, the port’s Chief Operations Officer, DHB Diligent is now fully operational after a naming ceremony held earlier this September. The new workboat will help guide a wide variety of ships, from cargo vessels to leisure boats, safely into the port, which operates in one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.

Developed over three years through consultations with industry experts, the vessel arrived in July 2024 and has undergone extensive trials before entering service. With this launch, the Port of Dover reaffirms its commitment to creating a more seamless, sustainable, and technologically advanced port environment.

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