The Trusted Force Behind Every Safe Voyage in Cebu
Guardians of Cebu’s harbors — preventing marine mishaps, protecting life and nature, and keeping the pulse of maritime commerce strong.
How can we help you?
With decades of experience and unwavering commitment to maritime safety, Metro Cebu Harbor Pilots Co., Inc. guides vessels in domestic and foreign trade, ensuring every passage through Cebu is safe, smooth, and efficient.
Pilotage
The employment of pilots with expert local knowledge has been a longstanding maritime practice, aimed at ensuring the safe entry, departure, and passage of vessels through ports and hazardous areas, especially when shipmasters lack familiarity with local conditions.
Tug Assist
To ensure safe and precise movements within the port, large ships often rely on tug assistance when approaching or leaving their berths. The demand for tug services grows with vessel size, challenging port layouts, and changing weather conditions.
Anchorages
The authority overseeing the anchorage area is responsible for regulating vessel anchoring activities and maintaining order within designated zones. Marine planners must be aware of which areas—including anchorages—are already utilized by commercial, industrial, or recreational users to prevent conflicts and ensure safe, efficient use of maritime space.
Why Choose Us
The Trusted Pilots of Cebu’s Maritime Gateway
- 75+ Years of Trusted Service – Decades of proven expertise in ensuring safe and efficient vessel navigation in Cebu waters.
- Safety First – Every operation is guided by strict international maritime safety standards.
- Reliable & Efficient – Coordinated, on-time pilotage for both domestic and international vessels.
- Industry Commitment – Actively working with port authorities and maritime agencies to advance safety and operational excellence.
About Us
We turn the challenges of the sea into seamless navigation.
With unmatched local expertise and unwavering commitment to maritime safety, Metro Cebu Harbor Pilots Co., Inc. ensures every vessel’s journey is precise, efficient, and secure.
Trusted for over 75 years of safe navigation.
From cargo carriers to passenger liners, Metro Cebu Harbor Pilots Co., Inc. guides thousands of vessels each year through Cebu’s challenging waters with expertise and reliability.
Our vessel arrived in Cebu late at night with strong currents running through the channel. The Metro Cebu Harbor Pilots team handled it with precision and calm. You can tell they know these waters inside and out — we felt completely safe under their guidance.
Chief Officer
International Cargo Line
Whenever we call at Cebu, Metro Cebu Harbor Pilots is the first name that comes up. They’ve been serving the port for decades, and that kind of experience really shows. Reliable, professional, and always on point.
Operations Manager
Visayas Shipping Agency
I’ve seen Metro Cebu Harbor Pilots actively participate in maritime safety forums and local port discussions. It’s reassuring to work with a company that doesn’t just move ships but genuinely invests in the safety and progress of the maritime community.
Port Stakeholder
Cebu Maritime Forum 2025
Guiding Every Voyage with Precision
Where experience meets accuracy — Ensuring safe, efficient, and expertly coordinated navigation across Cebu’s busy maritime gateways.
Guiding ships safely through Cebu’s busy waters
MetroCebu Harbor Pilots at work, ensuring every vessel arrives and departs with precision, safety, and skill.
Home of the MetroCebu Harbor Pilots
Where precision, coordination, and dedication come together to ensure safe navigation in Cebu’s ports.
Guided by experience, driven by precision
MetroCebu Harbor Pilots stand at the helm of safety and excellence in every maneuver.
75+
Years of experience
106+
Satisfied Clients
3.9K+
Ships Assisted
75
Employees
11+
Harbor Pilots
Need a Harbor Pilot?
From arrival to departure, our pilots ensure smooth and secure operations — contact us to schedule your pilotage service.