Mission Statement
The mission of the Galveston-Texas City Pilots is to guide vessels safely to their berths
or out to sea. A Galveston-Texas City Pilot’s primary responsibility is to protect the
public interest of the State of Texas by facilitating the safe and efficient movement of
vessels in state waters by exercising independent judgment to protect the property, lives,
environment and the economic well-being of the Ports of Galveston County.