The Maritime Pilot

Bart Gonnissen
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The Maritime Pilot is a podcast series hosted by Bart Gonnissen, master mariner and maritime pilot, offering an insightful and engaging look into the world of commercial shipping, seafaring, and port operations. The show explores all things shipping, from historical evolutions and technical innovations to operational challenges and geopolitical dynamics that shape the modern maritime industry.

Episodes

  1. 06/13/2025

    The RV Belgica II: A Dream Docked

    A €54 million research ship. A promise of cutting-edge ocean science. And now? Docked, idle, and caught in a storm of budget cuts, labor disputes, and political gridlock. In this episode of The Maritime Pilot, host Bart Gonnissen charts the rise—and grounding—of the RV Belgica II. From bold beginnings and high-tech ambitions to lawsuits and a stranded crew, this is the untold story of how a flagship vessel became a floating question mark. Will Belgica II ever sail again? Or is Belgium’s biggest marine science investment destined to rust at the quay? Hop aboard for 25 minutes of behind-the-scenes insight, expert perspective, and a deep dive into what went wrong—and what’s next.

    13 min

  2. 06/10/2025

    The Unsinkable Standard - A History of SOLAS Convention

    In this lively and informative episode of The Maritime Pilot, host Bart Gonnissen takes listeners on a historical voyage through the evolution of the SOLAS Convention—the cornerstone of international maritime safety. With wit, nautical flair, and a sharp eye for both detail and drama, Gonnissen explores how one of the deadliest maritime disasters led to the creation of a framework that continues to protect lives at sea today.

    19 min

  3. 06/09/2025

    Safe Passage: The Long Road to COLREGs

    From Trinity House to the 1972 COLREGs, join maritime pilot Bart Gonnissen as he charts the evolution of the rules that keep ships safe at sea. A 14-minute voyage through 500 years of navigational order, technology, and global cooperation.

    14 min
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About

The Maritime Pilot is a podcast series hosted by Bart Gonnissen, master mariner and maritime pilot, offering an insightful and engaging look into the world of commercial shipping, seafaring, and port operations. The show explores all things shipping, from historical evolutions and technical innovations to operational challenges and geopolitical dynamics that shape the modern maritime industry.

Information

  • Creator
    Bart Gonnissen
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bart Gonnissen
  • Show Website
    The Maritime Pilot