Faroe Pilot Services – Certified Pilotage & Port Operations in All Faroese Ports
Faroe Pilot Services provides coordinated, reliable, and fully certified pilotage support for all ports and anchorages in the Faroe Islands. We ensure safe navigation, precise maneuvering, and efficient port operations for vessels of every type — SAFELY and ON TIME. Every time.
With our dedicated pilot boat, professional linesmen coordination, and close operational cooperation with Faroese harbour pilot teams, we deliver a seamless pilotage experience from booking to completion.
Complete Pilotage Coordination
Faroe Pilot Services manages the full pilotage process:
- Pilotage booking
- Pilot boat transport
- Boarding and disembarkation
- Linesmen coordination
- Tug assistance planning
- Operational communication
- Port movement scheduling
One contact — one coordinated operation.
Linesmen Services
We arrange professional linesmen for:
- Arrival and berthing
- Departure and unberthing
- Shifting berth
- Anchorage operations
- Heavy‑weather mooring support
Our linesmen teams work efficiently and safely, ensuring smooth port movements and reliable mooring operations.
Expert Pilotage for All Vessel Types
We support:
- Cargo vessels
- Tankers
- Fishing vessels
- Cruise ships
- Motor yachts
- Offshore units
- Noto Vessels
Faroese waters demand local knowledge — strong currents, narrow approaches, and rapidly changing weather. Through our coordinated pilotage service, your vessel benefits from the expertise of certified Faroese pilots with extensive local experience.
Tug Assistance & Operational Planning
If your operation requires tug support, Faroe Pilot Services provides:
- Tug usage recommendations
- Berthing and unberthing planning
- Maneuvering strategies
- Local operational advice
We help you plan a safe and efficient port call from start to finish.
Seamless Coordination With Ports & Agents
Faroe Pilot Services works smoothly with all Faroese ports and agents, ensuring:
- Clear communication
- Efficient scheduling
- Reliable operational flow
- Fast response for urgent calls
Your agent handles the port call — we handle the pilotage, linesmen, and operational coordination.
Certified Faroese Pilots
Pilotage in the Faroe Islands is performed by certified Faroese pilots, trained according to national legislation and experienced in local navigation. Through Faroe Pilot Services, your vessel gains access to:
- Certified pilotage expertise
- Local navigational knowledge
- Safe and efficient port movements
- Professional operational support
We ensure your vessel, crew, and cargo arrive safely and on schedule.
Ports Covered – All Faroese Ports
Pilotage and linesmen coordination available in:
Tórshavn, Sund, Kollafjørður, Runavík, Skála, Fuglafjørður, Klaksvík, Miðvágur, Sørvágur, Vágur, Tvøroyri — and all nearby ports and anchorages.
We mobilize quickly for all pilotage requests.
Contact Information
For pilotage bookings, linesmen, tug advice, or operational support, contact Faroe Pilot Services.
Phone (24/7): +298 792001 Office Phone: +298 610000 Email: fms@fms.fo Website: https://fms.fo Location: Tórshavn, Faroe Islands
We respond quickly to all operational inquiries.
Faroe Pilot Services is part of Faroe Maritime Group

