Boarding of the pilot ("pilote de la Loire") on a cargo boat

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Pilot boarding a cargo on the Loire river. The "pilotes de la Loire" are experimented sailors who guide the boats to the harbours and ensure the free flow of maritime traffic. They assist the capitain in doing the manoeuvres and communicating with the port authority - 2007/03/20

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Size: 4390px × 2926px
Location: France, Saint Nazaire
Photo credit: © Joncheray / Andia / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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