Tag: maritime education

The UK’s shipping industry is battling a significant decline in seafarer numbers and there is danger of that figure shrinking even further without intervention, especially in the post -Brexit environment, according to Nautilus International.

Capt. VS Parani, HSSEQ Manager and author of the well-received 'Golden Stripes- Leadership on the High Seas', stresses the importance of having a highly motivated crew to run ships smoothly and suggests ways to empower, encourage and maximize crew potential, considering that "Excellent crews" lead to "Excellent Ships".

The digitization was made on the basis of the Danish Maritime Authority’s new rules on the working environment, which entered into force in July 2017. In the future, online tuition will take place in a virtual classroom for small teams of up to 6 participants.

Two US Coast Guard Marine Inspectors were welcomed onboard the Wallem-managed vessel 'Tofteviken', as part of the USCG Ship Rider Programme, a cooperative educational program aimed at enhancing safety and security at sea by enabling USCG Marine Inspectors to experience operations on tanker work firsthand.

The NYK-TDG Maritime Academy, which NYK operates in the Philippines, announced it has conducted an international short-term student-exchange program with national maritime schools in Japan during the months of August through October 2017.

Businesses in Scotland that contribute to the Apprenticeship Levy can now apply for a workforce development grant of up to £10,000, which the Merchant Navy Training Board says could open up opportunities for seafarers.

The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers and the Malta Maritime Forum have signed an MoU, aiming to support the education of shipping professionals in Malta, as part of the island's maritime growth strategy.

As discussions over the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union get under way, Brexit negotiators have been reminded of the importance of the country’s maritime sector in negotiations and the need to provide enhanced seafarer employment and training, Nautilus International informed.

The USMMAhas announced that Sea Year training for USMMA Midshipmen will resume on three commercial carriers beginning in March 2017. The reinstatement of the program follows the implementation of comprehensive new policies, including a zero tolerance policy for sexual assault and sexual harassment to ensure that the Academy’s standards for behavior, leadership and integrity are upheld.