Port of London Authority

Pilotage Exemption Certificates (PEC's)

Important note - applicants for a PEC must first register their intention to study, obtaining a PEC Reference Number against which their training trips may be recorded. Failure to do so may invalidate the application.

For full details of the qualification criteria for a PEC (including areas and numbers of trips) please refer to current Pilotage Directions.

The PLA offers a two-hour Introduction Course for PEC applicants at its Port Control Centre in Gravesend (cost available on request).

Study Materials

The following information is available on this website or for download in pdf format. (it can also be obtained in hard copy on request from the PLA - postage will be charged at cost).

To request a Pilotage Exemption Certificate Reference Number, a PEC Contract and the Application Forms please contact:

Elaine Wybourn
Pilotage Administrator
Port of London Authority
London River House
Royal Pier Road
Gravesend
Kent DA12 2BG UK

Tel. +44(0)1474 562322
Fax. +44(0)1474 562378
Or use this Enquiry Form


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