Powering Progress: Why Battery-Powered Vessels Need Skilled, Safety-Focused Crews

As the maritime industry navigates its course toward decarbonisation, the spotlight has turned to innovative technologies that can help achieve net-zero goals. One of the most promising developments? Battery-powered vessels. Once considered futuristic, electric ships are fast becoming a commercial reality — from ferries and short-sea shipping to hybrid tugboats and offshore support vessels. These vessels offer a tangible path to reducing emissions, noise pollution, and maintenance costs. (Read More...)

Powering Progress: Why Battery-Powered Vessels Need Skilled, Safety-Focused Crews2025-04-11T11:45:25+00:00

Navigating Maritime Safety Training: Choosing the Right Course for Your Career

In the dynamic maritime industry, ensuring the safety of crew and vessels is paramount. With various training courses available, selecting the right one can be daunting. This guide aims to clarify the distinctions between key maritime safety training programs, assisting you in making informed decisions to enhance your career.​ STCW (Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping): The STCW Convention sets international standards for seafarer training. Courses under STCW (Read More...)

Navigating Maritime Safety Training: Choosing the Right Course for Your Career2025-04-11T09:30:08+00:00

Now Launching Space Marine Training

At Stream Marine Training, we’ve always pushed the boundaries of safety and survival training. Now, we’re proud to announce a bold new chapter in our evolution — one that goes beyond offshore. We’ve officially partnered with the Galactic Maritime Authority (GMA) and the North Atlantic Space Integration Agency (NASIA) to deliver the UK’s first Space Marine Training Programme, launching this summer. The project, dubbed Operation Gullible Horizon, is (Read More...)

Now Launching Space Marine Training2025-03-31T15:42:41+00:00

New Offshore Job Roles Emerging in 2025

As the offshore industry continues to evolve, 2025 promises a landscape rich with new job opportunities and advancements. Whether you're a seasoned professional or looking to embark on a career offshore for the first time, understanding the emerging roles and necessary qualifications is crucial. At Stream Marine Training, we are dedicated to preparing you for these exciting opportunities with our comprehensive courses tailored to the offshore industry. In (Read More...)

New Offshore Job Roles Emerging in 20252025-01-23T14:52:53+00:00

High-Demand Wind Sector Jobs for 2025

As the global commitment to renewable energy intensifies, the wind sector is poised for significant growth. By 2025, the demand for skilled professionals in wind energy will surge, presenting a wealth of career opportunities for those prepared to seize them. At Stream Marine Training, an offshore STCW approved training provider, we are dedicated to equipping individuals with the essential skills and certifications, including GWO (Global Wind Organisation) training (Read More...)

High-Demand Wind Sector Jobs for 20252025-01-20T16:15:12+00:00

Top Oil & Gas Job Trends for 2025

2025 is now upon us and the oil and gas industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. With rapid technological advancements, a heightened focus on sustainability, and evolving workforce demands, navigating the oil and gas job market requires both foresight and strategic preparation. At Stream Marine Training, an offshore STCW approved training provider, we understand these dynamics and are committed to equipping aspiring professionals with the skills and knowledge (Read More...)

Top Oil & Gas Job Trends for 20252025-01-16T17:14:19+00:00

Survival at Sea: Why Personal Safety Training is Non-Negotiable

The offshore and maritime industries demand a level of resilience, readiness, and skill unmatched by many other careers. Whether you’re navigating turbulent waters or working on a remote oil rig, personal safety training is not just essential—it’s non-negotiable. In life-or-death situations, proper training can mean the difference between survival and tragedy. At Stream Marine Training, our safety courses, including STCW Basic Safety Training and HUET (Helicopter Underwater Escape (Read More...)

Survival at Sea: Why Personal Safety Training is Non-Negotiable2024-11-13T15:25:49+00:00

How GWO Training is Opening Doors in the Offshore Renewable Energy Sector

As the world shifts towards cleaner energy, the demand for skilled professionals in the offshore renewable energy sector is skyrocketing. Global Wind Organisation (GWO) training has become a critical pathway for individuals looking to enter or advance within this rapidly growing industry. With a range of safety-focused courses, GWO certification equips workers with essential skills for the offshore wind energy sector, providing both safety and career mobility. In (Read More...)

How GWO Training is Opening Doors in the Offshore Renewable Energy Sector2024-11-06T10:23:29+00:00

How to Get a Job on Below Deck: Your First Step with STCW Training

If you’ve ever watched Below Deck or admired Captain Sandy’s crew, you’ve probably wondered how you can land a job like that—sailing around the world, working on superyachts, and experiencing the adventure and excitement of life at sea. While it might seem glamorous on TV, the crew members you see on Below Deck started their maritime careers with essential training and hard work, beginning with one key qualification: (Read More...)

How to Get a Job on Below Deck: Your First Step with STCW Training2024-09-24T16:21:31+00:00

Our Guide to Getting a Job Offshore: Everything You Need to Know

Are you looking to finds a job offshore?  Jobs out 'on the rigs' are both exciting and lucrative, but it requires specific training and certifications. In this guide to getting a job offshore, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to embark on your offshore career journey, from understanding the industry to obtaining essential qualifications like OPITO. Understanding the Offshore Industry The offshore industry encompasses a (Read More...)

Our Guide to Getting a Job Offshore: Everything You Need to Know2024-07-05T06:27:30+00:00
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