As the Victorian state election will be held on Saturday 28 November 2026, the Victorian Government has assumed a caretaker role from 6.00pm on Tuesday 3 November 2026.
During the caretaker period, content will only be added to this website in accordance with the caretaker conventions.
Pilotage
Port Phillip Sea Pilots and Poseidon Sea Pilots provide pilotage services within Western Port.
Pilots are licensed by Transport Safety Victoria. Pilotage is compulsory for all commercial ships exceeding 35m length except those whose master is specifically exempt from pilotage.
Pilots for Western Port are available on a 24 hour basis. ETA must be given not less than 48 hours prior to ship’s arrival.
Port Phillip Sea Pilots can be found using the link below:
Poseidon Sea Pilots can be found using the link below: