The offshore world is changing fast. Where once careers were clearly separated between shipping, oil and gas, and renewables, the modern workforce is now far more connected. The skills you gain in one area can open opportunities in another. At Stream Marine Training (SMT), we work with delegates from every part of the offshore and maritime industry, helping them build practical skills that cross sectors and strengthen employability. (Read More...)

When it comes to maritime training, location plays a bigger role than most people realise. For trainees travelling from across the UK and overseas, convenience, accessibility and nearby facilities can make all the difference to their learning experience. That is exactly why Stream Marine Training (SMT) is based beside Glasgow Airport. The location is not just easy to reach, it is designed to support delegates from every corner (Read More...)

The global shift toward cleaner energy is reshaping the maritime industry. As pressure grows to meet net-zero targets, ammonia and methanol are fast emerging as key alternatives to traditional marine fuels. They promise reduced emissions and a path toward greener shipping, but they also introduce new safety challenges that seafarers must understand. At Stream Marine Technical, we are helping crews prepare for this change through specialist New Fuel (Read More...)

Fire at sea is one of the most serious emergencies a crew can face. There is no fire brigade to call, no quick escape, and every second counts. That is why the STCW firefighting modules form one of the most important parts of maritime safety training. At Stream Marine Training, our firefighting courses are taught by experts who have battled real shipboard fires and know what it takes (Read More...)

Before anyone sets foot offshore, one essential piece of training stands between you and your first helicopter flight: MIST. Short for Minimum Industry Safety Training, this OPITO-approved course gives new offshore workers the foundation they need to work safely, confidently, and as part of a professional team. At Stream Marine Training, we see MIST as more than an introduction. It is the start of a mindset, one that (Read More...)

Working offshore is one of the most challenging yet rewarding jobs around. Whether you are in oil, gas or renewables, the environment demands skill, teamwork and above all, readiness. That is where OPITO FOET training comes in. The Further Offshore Emergency Training (FOET) course is the refresher that keeps offshore workers certified, confident and compliant. At Stream Marine Training, we deliver FOET courses that combine realism with reassurance, (Read More...)

The offshore industry has always been shaped by technology. From dynamic positioning systems to hybrid propulsion, innovation drives safety and efficiency. Now, that same innovation is transforming how crews train. Artificial intelligence and advanced simulation are reshaping the classroom, the pool, the boat yard, and even the fire ground, and Stream Marine Training is already embracing it. The question isn’t whether AI and simulation will change offshore training. (Read More...)

Working offshore in the wind industry is one of the most exciting and rewarding careers in the UK. But it’s also one that demands skill, awareness and confidence in extreme conditions. Wind technicians travel to turbines by boat or helicopter, often facing rough weather and unpredictable seas. When something goes wrong, every second counts, and that’s where GWO Sea Survival training comes in. At Stream Marine Training, our (Read More...)

The maritime industry never stands still. As technology advances and environmental goals tighten, training standards must evolve to keep pace. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the UK’s Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) are both working toward a new generation of requirements that will redefine what it means to be competent at sea. For seafarers, operators and training providers, 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year. (Read More...)

Stream Marine Training (SMT) has been featured in Sea & Job, sharing our support for the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) interim training guidelines for seafarers working with alternative fuels. The IMO’s move marks an important step toward building a safer, more consistent approach to low-flashpoint and future fuel operations, including methanol, ammonia and hydrogen. These fuels offer significant environmental benefits but also present new safety challenges that require (Read More...)