The UKMPA is excited to announce the dates of our 136th Conference focusing on “The Pilot-Tug relationship” and “Pilots – The Value of the Human Element”.

Our annual Conference will be held at The Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate from the 19th – 21st November 2024.

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Representing UK Maritime Pilots.

The UKMPA represents approximately 500 highly skilled UK Maritime Pilots.

Their role is to safely navigate ships in and out of the United Kingdom’s waterways and ports.

This undertaking is critical to protecting the country’s infrastructure and environment from damage and pollution, whilst ensuring the safe and efficient movement of 95% (by volume) of the UK imports and exports.

About the UKMPA

About The UKMPA.

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136th UKMPA Conference & AGM 2024

Our annual Conference will be held at The Old Swan Hotel in Harrogate from the 19th – 21st November 2024.

British Tugowners Association Conference & Dinner 2024

The British Tugowners Association is delighted to announce the Annual General Meeting, Conference and Dinner 2024 will take place at the Wotton House, Surrey on 1st May 2024.

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