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EU to simplify seafarers training and certification

The European Council adopted its position on a proposal to simplify and streamline the existing EU regulatory framework on seafarers’ training and certification. The aim is to keep EU rules aligned with international rules.

Recently, speaking in Manila, the Chairman of ICS, Esben Poulsson, called for a revision of the IMO STCW Convention, which governs global standards for the training and certification of about two million merchant seafarers.

Now, the European Council’s new position aspires to...

https://safety4sea.com/eu-to-simplify-seafarers-training-and-certification/

Watch: US Navy provides 3D simulator for aircraft carrier flight deck crews

The US Office of Naval Research Global and the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division collaborated to create a training simulator for aircraft carrier flight deck crews. The simulator has 3D technology and enables the communication of the full flight deck team with key decision-makers.

In the past, flight deck crews had the potential of training only while they were on the job. Yet, the partnership between ONR Global and NAWCTSD brought the ‘Flight Deck Crew Refresher Training...

https://safety4sea.com/watch-us-navy-provides-3d-simulator-for-aircraft-carrier-flight-deck-crews/

Safety Management: How can shipping companies become High Reliability Organizations?

There is no doubt that many times hazardous situations surround the organizations’ operations, increasing the risk for a catastrophic failure during their day to day operation. A High Reliability Organization operates in such a manner that error rate is low, despite the difficulties and risky operations.

Key elements for a successful HRO

Speaking during the 2018 SMART4SEA Conference, Frank Coles said that HROs are necessary for cyber security and the adaptation to the new world. However, these...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-safety-management-how-can-shipping-companies-become-high-reliability-organizations/

Technology redefines seafarer’s role in the future

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In an exclusive interview with SAFETY4SEA, Capt. Rajesh Unni Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Synergy Marine Group, discussed key issues surrounding life onboard as well as the existing and future challenges for seafarers. In this regard, he referred on how the rising automation is expected to create new demands on skills in IT, communications, and engineering, noting that the core skills of seafarers will remain the same and the use of more technology will make difference. What is more,...

https://safety4sea.com/cm-technology-redefines-seafarers-role-in-the-future/

Shortlisted nominees announced for the 2019 SMART4SEA Awards

SAFETY4SEA is pleased to announce the distinguished shortlisted nominees for the 2019 SMART4SEA Awards, following an online nomination process, initiated a few months ahead of the event, where industry stakeholders proposed nominations. The aim of the awards is to recognize those organizations that demonstrated outstanding performance within the scope of fostering Smart Shipping.

The online voting process has started at https://events.safety4sea.com/2019-smart4sea-awards/ where participants can...

https://safety4sea.com/shortlisted-nominees-announced-for-the-2019-smart4sea-awards/

Attempts in Gulf of Guinea to improve maritime security

The Gulf of Guinea is one of the regions that has the most issues with piracy. In order to address these problems, a workshop for participants from the Gulf of Guinea, was held in Ghana, from 13 to 16 November. The workshop aims to improve national capacity to advance port security.

Maritime security needs the capacity of national authorities to develop security plans and procedures, as well as the ability to self-audit.

The training focused on how to create multi-agency port and port facility...

https://safety4sea.com/attempts-in-gulf-of-guinea-to-improve-maritime-security/

GOBTC Addresses Challenges Faced By Maritime Students And The Importance Of Onboard Training

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The 2nd International Global Onboard Training conference, which was held from 14 to 16 November concluded with the signing of “Jakarta Initiative” by Indonesia, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Bangladesh.

The “Jakarta Initiative” talks about different solutions for the issues faced by the majority of fresh maritime students across the world regarding not getting the necessary training onboard ships.

Jakarta-Indonesian Minister of Transportation, Ir. Budi Karya Sumadi officially opened the 2nd Global on...

https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/gobtc-addresses-challenges-faced-by-maritime-students-and-the-importance-of-onboard-training/

Training aspires to enhance oil spill response in East Africa

In case of a marine oil spill, relevant government agencies in the affected region need to coordinate a response. This scenario was part of a training event on oil spill preparedness and response for countries in eastern Africa, that took place in Dar Es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania, from 6 to 9 November.

The training gathered government agency representatives responsible for spill response. It gave emphasis on assessment and response to incidents where oil reaches the shoreline.

It also...

https://safety4sea.com/training-aspires-to-enhance-oil-spill-response-in-east-africa/

Enhancing women’s role in the fishing industry

Despite the fact that fishing is one of the world’s most dangerous professions, many people depend on this industry for their livelihoods, and especially women who often face difficult conditions. For this reason, IMO focused on providing equal opportunities for the women in the sector, during the first International Conference of Women in Fisheries.

During the International Conference of Women in Fisheries, that took place in Santiago de Compostela, Spain, from 5 to 7 November, IMO focused on...

https://safety4sea.com/enhancing-womens-role-in-the-fishing-industry/

New seafarer app and training facilities launched

Marine support services company V.Group will unveil a new app for seafarers and an upgraded training centre in Manila as progress is ongoing on Project Embark. The app will be providing seafarer data to improve crewing performance and assist in planning.

The app supports professional development, performance appraisal, training, and documentation uploads throughout the vessel mobilisation process, including travel arrangements. In addition, the app aims to mitigate issues that are caused by...

https://safety4sea.com/new-seafarer-app-and-training-facilities-launched/

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