The UK is standing at the edge of the biggest energy shift in its modern history. Offshore wind is growing faster than any other part of the energy sector and the demand for skilled workers has never been higher. Turbines are rising along coastlines, new maintenance vessels are being launched and investment in wind projects is accelerating across Scotland and the rest of the UK. As the sector (Read More...)

Scotland’s Energy Future and the Changing Offshore Landscape Scotland has long been powered by its people. From the platforms of the North Sea to the growing wind farms along the coast, the nation’s offshore workforce has led global standards in safety, innovation and engineering. Now, that same workforce is at the centre of a major new opportunity. An £18 million investment in the Oil and Gas Transition Training (Read More...)

EV Transport Is Growing Faster Than Maritime Safety Rules Electric vehicle shipments are increasing at a rapid pace, but maritime regulations are not keeping up. Recent vessel fires involving EVs have shown how lithium-ion batteries can intensify onboard emergencies. As the International Maritime Organization works on new guidance, operators are facing a multi-year gap in clear regulations. This blog explores why the risk has grown, what operators are (Read More...)

Stream Marine Training is proud to announce that we are now fully approved by OPITO to deliver the ERRV Crew Fast Rescue Craft Coxswain Training programme. This specialist course provides the essential skills and knowledge required for Emergency Response and Rescue Vessel (ERRV) crew members tasked with coxswain duties during fast rescue operations. Delegates will develop the confidence and competence to launch, operate, and recover rescue craft safely (Read More...)

When most people think of maritime training, they picture fire drills, lifeboats and survival suits. But there is another side of safety that matters just as much: knowing how to help someone in a medical emergency. The STCW medical training modules delivered by Stream Marine Training (SMT) go far beyond simple first aid. They prepare people for real medical situations in remote and high-risk environments, while also teaching (Read More...)

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...)