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OUR MISSION
Our mission is to use our expertise in ship handling, gained over the last century, and combine it with the latest in electronic navigational tools to make each vessels transit as safe and efficient as possible.
OUR MANDATE
We will represent the State of Texas and protect her pristine and ecologically sensitive marine habitats by providing guidance and developing safe maritime practices. We will be a bridge connecting people, companies, governmental agencies and international commerce can grow and Texas companies can succeed.
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Who We Are
61 Year History
Founded as the “Brazos Pilot Services” in 1960, the pilots have been safely navigating vessels in and out of the Freeport Ship Channel. The group later was renamed to the “Brazos Pilots Association” in 1980.
Government Regulated
All Brazos Pilots are licensed and regulated by the State of Texas and the United States Coast Guard. The Board of Pilot Commissioners of the Port Freeport Navigation District acts as the governing body.
No Cost To The Tax Payers
Pilot services in Freeport are at NO COST to the tax payer. Fees are 100% paid by the companies and agents who use our services.
On Call 24/7
The Brazos Pilots are on call all hours, 365 days a year. Day or night we safely navigate the worlds largest vessels.
Treacherous Waters
Strong currents, high winds, and confined waterways make the Freeport Ship Channel one of the most challenging pilotage waters in the United States.
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