👉 A pilotage is a navigational maneuver that involves navigating a ship or other watercraft through shallow, narrow channels and obstacles in order to safely navigate through a body of water. A pilotage typically requires specialized training, equipment, and a plan of action to ensure safe navigation. Pilotages are performed by skilled pilots who use their knowledge of the waterways they are operating on, as well as their experience with navigating shallow, narrow channels and obstacles. The purpose of a pilotage is to navigate