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Accident Prevention

This course explores the shared responsibility at sea - across all roles on the ship - in accident prevention.

Anchoring Operations

The course explores the proper procedures and use of equipment during ship anchoring operations to ensure safety especially in perilous weather conditions.

Anti-bribery and Corruption

This course provides useful information about bribery and corruption; enhances ability to recognise warning signs; implements preventive measures; and understands how businesses can mitigate the risks...

Ballast Tank Inspections

Gain the essential skills to inspect ballast tanks with confidence! This course covers preparation, execution, and documentation of inspections to uphold vessel safety and structural integrity. Learn ...

Ballast Water Management (BWM Convention)

Masters, Chief Engineers, BWM officers | Intermediate | Environmental

Behavioural-Based Safety

This course equips participants with the right tools and knowledge required to promote and ensure a safer working environment onboard the ship.

Betreden van Besloten Ruimte (Dutch)

The Betreden van Besloten Ruimte course explains ADN safety regulations for dry cargo and tanker shipping. Learn about enclosed space hazards, gas measurement, and proper protective equipment selectio...

Biofouling: Regulations and Preparations

Keep your vessel efficient and eco-friendly with expert insights on biofouling management! This course covers IMO regulations, best practices, and preparation strategies to minimize biofouling risks. ...

Bridge Resource Management (IMO Model Course 1.22)

Masters, Chief Mates, Officers-of-the-Watch (deck) | Mandatory STCW | STCW Core

Chemical Hazard and SDS

This e-course aims to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the safe use, identification, classification, and transportation of chemicals.

CII, EEXI & SEEMP III

Masters, Chief Engineers, technical managers, DPA | Intermediate | Decarbonisation

Circular Maritime Economy Awareness

Sustainability managers, newbuild / retrofit teams, procurement | Awareness-Intermediate | ESG & Reporting

Colreg - Preventing Collisions at Sea

This course - through a deep dive on rules, applications, and situations - examines the international regulations for preventing collisions at sea.

Compressed Gases

This course introduces general knowledge and understanding about the compression of gases.

Consolidated MARPOL Annex I-VI

All officers and ratings (STCW A-II/1, A-II/2, A-III/1, A-III/2) | Mandatory STCW | Environmental

Control of Hazardous Energy

The primary objective of this e-course is to equip participants with essential knowledge to safeguard themselves and their colleagues, prevent workplace accidents, and ensure a hazard-free work enviro...

Crane Operations and Maintenance

Boost your expertise in crane operations with this essential training! Learn about different crane types, safe handling, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to keep operations smooth and accid...

Crisis Management and Human Behaviour

This course deals with the processes and procedures to respond to and mitigate the effects of a crisis situation that may occur on a ship which include fires, flooding, medical emergencies, etc.

Crowd management course

This course builds the disciplined application of practical skills that direct a crowd, both passengers and crew, in the event of an emergency. (Based on IMO model course – STCW compliance)

Crude Oil Washing

Gain essential knowledge of Crude Oil Washing with expert-led training on essential techniques, equipment, and best practices. Learn to carry out COW operations safely, efficiently, and in full compli...

CSRD & Omnibus I for Maritime

Sustainability managers, finance, compliance, executive leadership | Intermediate-Advanced | ESG & Reporting

Cultural diversity and Social Responsibilities

This course aims to increase awareness about cultural differences and diversity on board; and how to approach such differences with respect. Participants will develop skills that will help them increa...

Dangerous Goods (IMDG Code) — General & Function-Specific

Masters, mates, DG-responsible officers, cargo planners, stevedores | Mandatory IMDG | STCW Core

Deck Maintenance

This course aims to provide participants with the proper theoretical knowledge around deck maintenance, adequate preparation and painting.

Dry Dock Safety

This course provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of dry dock safety. You will learn the basics of dry dock operations, types of dry docks, planning considerations, block usage, stability calc...

Effective Drills on Ships

Be drill-ready and safety-focused with this essential course! Learn how to plan, conduct, and evaluate onboard drills—from fire and abandon ship to enclosed space entry—all while ensuring compliance w...

Effective Engine Room Rounds

Boost your ship's performance with confident, effective engine room rounds. This course teaches maritime professionals how to inspect machinery, log observations, and maintain safety and compliance th...

Effective Inspections and Audits

Stay audit-ready and compliant. This course guides maritime professionals in conducting effective inspections and audits, covering preparation, execution, and follow-ups in line with ISM, SOLAS, MARPO...

Electric Propulsion for Ships

Discover how electric propulsion is transforming modern shipping! This course breaks down key components, principles, and operational concepts, from power electronics to shipboard systems. Gain a soli...

Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas

This e-course is designed for professionals who manage and operate systems in potentially explosive atmospheres.

Electrical Maintenance (LV Test Instrument Safety)

This course focuses on test Instrumentation and its value in providing a visual understanding of system operations, ensuring safety and making informed decisions.

Electrical Safety

This course amasses the hazards associated with electricity so as to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely with electricity both in the workplace and at home.

Emergency Towing Arrangement

This course will provide you with essential knowledge and skills for emergency towing situations. It will help you to understand the significance and components of ETA, learn maintenance and inspectio...

Enclosed Space Entry

This course specifies the hazards of working in an enclosed space and assists you in establishing and maintaining an effective confined space program.

Engine automation

This course delves into the principles of automation, offering a foundational overview of the shipboard automation systems.

Engine Room Resource Management (IMO Model Course 7.17)

Chief Engineers, 2nd Engineers, Engineer OOWs | Mandatory STCW | STCW Core

EU ETS & FuelEU Maritime

Masters, Chief Engineers, DPA, superintendents, commercial teams | Intermediate | Decarbonisation

Expedition Operations

The course takes a closer look at the usage of water (Small Boat Operations and Submersible Operations) and airborne operations (Helicopter Operations) for normal expeditions & polar expeditions.

Fatigue and Stress

The course explores both fatigue and stress of ship personnel to develop better coping strategies and to create a stronger safety net, reducing the likelihood of errors, slips, or lapses in judgement.

Fault Finding - Mechanical and Electrical

This course assists in determining the cause of mechanical and electrical problems/failures, which can be considered a part of a marine engineer’s proficiency.

Fire Development Advanced

This course examines the fire quadrangle, pyrolysis, the neutral layer, and the significance of mixing ratio and their impact on fire behaviour. It will clarify how fires can spread through various me...

Food Handling Hygiene and Safety

This course provides comprehensive training that covers everything from the regulations governing food safety on cargo ships to the practical aspects of food handling, storage, and hygiene.

Framo System

This course offers you an in-depth understanding of Framo systems on ships, covering types and components, operating principles, and cargo handling procedures. You will learn about maintenance, inspec...

Fuel Oil Bunkering

This course compiles the best industry practices along with procedures of fuel oil bunkering.

Garbage Management (MARPOL Annex V)

All crew (ships ? 100 GT or carrying ? 15 persons) | Awareness | Environmental

Gas Measuring Instruments

This course provides an explanation for appropriate portable atmosphere testing instruments aboard your ship (i.e. concentrations of oxygen, flammable gases, hydrogen sulphide and carbon monoxide).

GMDSS

This course on the Global Maritime Safety and Maritime Safety (GMDSS) underscores the maximum accessibility of communications related to the safety of all ships, passengers, and cargo.

Hatch Cover Maintenance for Bulk Carriers

Safeguard your ship and cargo with expert knowledge on hatch cover maintenance. This course covers inspection, repairs, leak prevention, and compliance with international regulations, ensuring your ve...

High Voltage

This course assembles general knowledge and uses of high voltage in the maritime industry.

Hot Work

This course enhances the hazard and risk-seeking capabilities of your ship staff to carry out the job safely in spaces involving electric arc, welding equipment and heat and spark generating tools.

Hydrogen Sulphide Safety

This comprehensive safety course is designed to educate workers in the oil and gas industry about the hazards associated with hydrogen sulphide (H2S) and equip them with the knowledge and skills to pr...

IALA Maritime buoyage & VTS

This course enhances your awareness of various IALA marks and introduces the foundational regulations for safe and effective navigation within VTS areas.

Ice Navigation

Braving the ice? Learn how to navigate safely through polar waters with confidence and precision. This course builds essential awareness for operating in icy conditions, enhancing safety and preparedn...

IGF Code Advanced Training

This course delves on the minimum standard of competence in advanced training for ships subject to the IGF Code.

IGF Code Basic Training

This course delves on the minimum standard of competence in basic training for ships subject to the IGF Code.

IHM Maintenance Process & Responsibilities

IHM Designated Person, superintendents, senior officers | Intermediate | IHM Designated Person

IHMM TRAINING

Inerting, Purging, and Gas Freeing

Ensure safe and compliant gas operations on tankers and gas-handling vessels. This course covers inerting, purging, and gas-freeing procedures with a focus on safety, risk management, and regulatory c...

Infection Control Officer

The course highlights the role of an infection control officer to prevent and apply measures for infectious diseases that can protect the health of the communities the places your ship visits.

Intact Stability (Basic)

This course draws attention to a vessel's intact stability as a fundamental component of seaworthiness.

International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code (BC Code)

Navigate the complexities of bulk cargo transport with confidence. This course on the IMSBC Code (BC Code) covers cargo classification, regulatory requirements, and safety procedures to prevent hazard...

International Safety Management (ISM) Code

The course updates the knowledge of your ship and shore personnel on the amendments and new regulations added in the 2018 edition of the ISM Code i.e. the vessel’s daily activities and precautions.

Introduction to azimuth propulsion

The course collates the fundamental principles for a refined azimuthal propulsion usage.

Introduction to ECDIS

This course extensively elaborates on the practical issues associated with the use of Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) in the maritime industry.

ISO 14001

This course examines the various environmental management systems and its impacts, and enhances your company's business environmental performance.

ISO 45001

This course inquires on the minimum standard of practice to uphold your employees' health and occupational safety at the workplace.

ISO 9001

The course aims to establish a relation between the ISO standards for Quality systems and make the candidates understand the effectiveness of the ISM Code in the running of a maritime organization.

Leadership in the Maritime Industry

This course provides participants with the proper theoretical knowledge around intent-based leadership, its impact and benefits in daily life activities and how to enforce it better onboard.

Life Cycle Assessment of Marine Fuels

Technical managers, Chief Engineers, sustainability teams, naval architects | Intermediate | Decarbonisation

Lithium-ion Awareness

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of thermal runaway and the primary safety concern associated with lithium-ion batteries.

LSA Maintenance

This course provides you with essential skills to maintain life-saving appliances on board. It explains the significance of LSA, identify different types and components, and cite SOLAS and LSA Code re...

MACN - Maritime Anti-Corruption Network

The course investigates the findings of the Anti-Corruption Network and identifies the measurements being taken for the maritime anti-corruption culture.

Marine Accident & Investigation

This course examines how incident investigations can help prevent future accidents by exploring professional techniques and terms used in the process, such as identifying causes and effects.

Maritieme Cybersecurity Bewustzijn (Dutch)

The Maritieme Cybersecurity Bewustzijn course introduces common cyberthreats in the maritime sector. Learn to identify risks, understand potential targets, and protect ships from operational, safety, ...

Maritime Cyber Risk Management (MSC.428(98))

All seafarers & shore staff with ICT access | Awareness | Cyber

Maritime English & Effective Communication

This course provides practical guidance on successful communication and standard phraseology in the maritime industry, while introducing basic terminology and explaining the evolution of maritime Engl...

Maritime Harassment and Bullying

This course emphasises the importance of your seafarers' physical and mental health through improving your ship's working environment by recognizing harrassment and bullying.

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

The course spotlights your rights at work, including employment terms, health and safety, living and working conditions, and access to medical care and social security as a seafarer.

Mental Health Awareness

This specialized course focuses on bringing awareness to your mental health and prevention of poor mental health by exploring ways to support your fellow crew.

Mooring Operations

This course provides you the right instruments to safely and efficiently conduct a mooring operation in line with the latest industry-standard (MEG 4) and IMO requirements.

Mooring Winch Maintenance

This course provides you practical mooring winch maintenance training, covering identification, scheduling, and troubleshooting. With a focus on safety, regulations, and real-life examples, participan...

NAPA Part 1 - Basic principles Stability

This course, provided by NAPA, is designed to furnish you with fundamental knowledge and proficiency in basic stability concepts.

NAPA Part 2 - Operation in Port

This course, provided by NAPA, is designed to furnish you with fundamental knowledge and skills in basic stability concepts that should be followed while in port.

NAPA Part 3 - Operation at Sea

This course, provided by NAPA, is designed to furnish you with fundamental knowledge and skills in basic stability concepts that should be followed while at sea.

NAPA Part 4 - Damage stability

This course, provided by NAPA, is designed to furnish you with fundamental knowledge and skills in basic stability concepts that should be followed in the event of damages.

Nutrition and Well-Being On Board

Navigate the challenges of life at sea with the right nutrition and well-being strategies! This course equips maritime professionals with essential knowledge on balanced diets, hydration, and healthy ...

Oil Discharge Monitoring Equipment

This training equips the participants with the knowledge to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain ODME systems in compliance with international regulations, contributing to a safer and more sustainable ...

Oil Pollution Act of 1990

This course gives you a background of the OPA 90 framework and the specifics of the vessel response plan. It also discusses the necessary steps in case of a threat or an actual oil spill incident in U...

Oil record book - Part 1

The course provides you with correct procedures for filling up the ORB Part I entries which include the correct rows and columns.

Oil water separator

This course heightens your awareness regarding oil-water separators, their environmental impact, and associated regulations.

Ozone-Depleting Substances & F-Gases (MARPOL Annex VI Reg 12)

Chief Engineer, refrigeration engineer, electro-technical officer | Intermediate | Environmental

Permit to work

The course enumerates the systematic PTW procedures to help you identify, communicate, mitigate, and control risk in hazardous areas, nonstandard situations, and potentially hazardous conditions.

Personal Protective Equipment - PPE

This course illustrates the crucial role of PPEs in the complete chain of security practices to protect you and your fellow seafarers from injuries.

Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities (PSSR) — 2026 Update

All seafarers (initial & refresher) | Mandatory STCW | STCW Core

Personal safety in cold environments

The aim of this course is to equip people with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to ensure their safety when working or living in cold environments.

Personnel Transfer

This course cover essential elements when transferring personnel between vessels and installations using personnel baskets. Personnel transfer has been common practice in the offshore oil and gas indu...

PFOS & PFAS Onboard Compliance

Chief Officer, Chief Engineer, safety officers, superintendents | Intermediate | Hazardous Materials

Pilot Ladder Safety

This course aims to provide practical skills to ensure the safety and efficiency of pilot transfers. The course uses real incidents as case studies, initiating the assessment of safety risks, pilot tr...

Pilotage

This e-course aims to provide comprehensive knowledge of pilotage, a critical aspect of maritime safety. It will give you an in-depth understanding of the roles, responsibilities, and impact of mariti...

Piracy and Armed Robbery

The course informs you of the best practices when navigating areas where piracy is present.

Polar code - Advanced

This course extends your fundamental knowledge and competence on vessels in polar waters as senior navigating officers.

Polar code - basic

This course equips you with the fundamental knowledge on operation in low temperatures, cold climate, and polar waters.

Port State Control Inspections

The aim of this course is to enhance the knowledge, skills, and awareness of crew members, ultimately contributing to the safety, security, and environmental sustainability of the maritime industry wh...

Protection and Indemnity

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of protection and indemnity in the maritime industry, emphasizing its historical evolution, significance in marine insurance, and its pivotal role in...

Radioactive Hazard

This course equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of the regulations, safety protocols, and best practices in transporting radioactive materials.

Rigging and Slinging

This course accentuates the hazards and risks associated with lifting and rigging operations.

Risico Beoordeling (Dutch)

Learn the essentials of maritime risk classification through Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Control (HIRAC). Gain the skills to identify hazards, assess risks, and apply effective control...

Risk Assessment at Sea

This course is based on maritime industry standards and covers: the difference between Hazard and Risk, how to implement different control measures and how to comply with a Risk Assessment.

Safe Handling of Asbestos on Board

Chief Engineer, Chief Officer, safety officers | Intermediate | Hazardous Materials

Safety Officer

This specialized course reviews your role, duties, and responsibilities as a Safety Officer onboard.

Search and Rescue

This course features the know-how when performing your duties and responsibilities of a Search and Rescue On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) for a search and rescue incident.

Security training for seafarers with designated security duties

This course imparts you with the responsibilities and duties as an officer assigned under the Ship Security Plan (SSP).

Ship Handling advanced

This course elaborates the advanced principles of ship handling.

Ship Handling basic

The course compiles the fundamental principles of shiphandling which include pivot point, forces, wind and current etc.

Ship Recycling Awareness (HKC & EU SRR)

Superintendents, technical managers, shore staff, senior officers | Beginner-Intermediate | Ship Recycling

Ship Security Officer (SSO)

This course follows the Ship Security Officer IMO model course. It gathers insight into your responsibilities as the designated Ship Security Officer (SSO).

Ship to Ship Transfer Operations

Transferring cargo between ships? Learn to do it safely and efficiently. This course covers STS operations for crude oil, petroleum products, chemicals, and liquefied gases—at sea or in port. Master b...

SIRE 2.0 - Familiarization Shipboard

This course presents the new SIRE 2.0 system which utilizes digital technology and an online reporting portal. The SIRE 2.0 process places greater emphasis on the role of human factors and management.

SIRE 2.0 - Familiarization Shoreside

This course presents the new SIRE 2.0 system which utilizes digital technology and an online reporting portal. The SIRE 2.0 process places greater emphasis on the role of human factors and management.

Slips, Trips and Falls

The course itemizes information on how to prevent slips, trips and falls, how to assess risks and how to deal with possible injuries on board.

Social Media & Crisis Management

The course dispenses useful advice when dealing with media professionals and social media in general in case of a maritime incident or crisis.

Social Media en Crisismanagement (Dutch)

The Social Media en Crisismanagement course builds professional skills in managing risks on social media. Learn to protect your image, use platforms responsibly, and communicate effectively with the m...

SOPEP

The course expounds on the Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan. It delineates the overview and procedures that you should follow in the event of an oil spill from the ship.

STCW Basic Safety Training (A-VI/1: PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR)

All seafarers seeking initial certification | Mandatory STCW | STCW Core

The Fire Triangle

The course is part of a bigger series of firefighting courses. This course in particular defines fundamental knowledge and information on fire safety.

Train The Assessor

This course is divided into two parts. The first part prepares you with the theoretical knowledge needed to understand the IMO Onboard Assessment Model Course 1.30 and STCW Regulations. The second par...

Train the Trainer

This specialized course provides you with the practical knowledge of proven didactical principles and how to apply them appropriately to achieve specific training objectives.

USPH | Part 1 - Food Microbiology and Personal Hygiene

This course delves into the intricacies of food microbiology, emphasizing the types of diseases, their transmission cycles, and prevalent pathogens leading to human diseases and infections. It is desi...

USPH | Part 2 - Food Safety

This course provides a deeper look into food safety and what it means to serve “safe” food. It specifies the CDC-VSP 2018 Operational Manual requirements in food safety.

USPH | Part 3 - Food Facilities and Warewashing

This course provides an introductory course into safe food facility areas and how to keep high public health standards throughout all areas of the equipment.

USPH | Potable Water

This course delves into essential information about potable water. It discusses waterborne illnesses and diseases as they pose a threat to public health all over the world.

USPH | Recreational Water Facilities

This course is meticulously structured into key sections encompassing water chemistry, circulation, signage, filtration, and monitoring.

Vessel General Permit (VGP)

This course examines the system of environmental regulations designed to reduce pollution by vessels visiting US ports or operating in US waters.

Voyage Passage Planning Awareness

This course probes voyage planning principles, including all the stages and relevant maritime regulations.

Welding and Cutting

This course on welding and gas cutting can provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of these critical industrial processes, promote safety awareness, and equip them with practical skill...

Working Aloft

The course generates awareness amongst vessel crew and officers about the latent hazards while working at heights, the precautions necessary and the importance of not improvising working gear. Copyrig...