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Safety Considerations When Working With Methanol, Ammonia and Hydrogen Onboard
The shipping industry is entering one of its most significant transitions in decades. As operators move away from traditional fuels, methanol, ammonia and hydrogen are increasingly being introduced into vessel design and operation. These fuels offer environmental benefits, but they also bring new safety challenges that crews must understand before stepping on board. Future fuels are not just a technical issue for shipowners or engineers. They affect everyone (Read More...)
Offshore Safety Certificate Renewal: What Workers Need to Refresh and When
Offshore safety certificates are not something you earn once and forget about. They are time limited for a reason. Skills fade, procedures change and employers need confidence that the people they send offshore are still prepared for emergencies. Every year, workers lose opportunities simply because a certificate has expired. In many cases, it is not a lack of experience or ability that causes the problem. It is timing. (Read More...)
BIGF and AIGF Training: What Deck and Engine Crew Need to Know Before 2030
Shipping has always adapted to new fuels. What feels different this time is the pace of change. Methanol, ammonia and hydrogen are no longer experimental concepts. They are being introduced into operational fleets, and with that comes a shift in how crews are trained and assessed. The IGF Code already sets standards for gas fuelled ships. As the industry looks ahead to 2030, additional guidance around alternative fuels (Read More...)
STCW Refresher Guide: Who Needs It and When?
STCW refresher training is one of the most common causes of confusion for seafarers. Many people know they need to renew something, but they are not always sure what, when or why. Others assume their certificate lasts forever, only to discover it has expired just as a job opportunity appears. This guide focuses on the most frequently asked questions about STCW refresher training. It explains who needs to (Read More...)
OPITO FOET Training: What to Expect in 2026
Offshore work is demanding, unpredictable and unforgiving when things go wrong. That is exactly why OPITO FOET training exists. As the offshore sector moves through 2026, refresher training remains a critical requirement for anyone returning to, or continuing work in, the oil, gas and offshore energy industries. FOET is not about learning something new for the sake of it. It is about proving that, when the pressure is (Read More...)
The Future of Offshore Training: How AI and Simulation Are Changing Learning
Offshore training has always evolved alongside the industries it supports. As vessels, installations and energy systems become more complex, the way people are trained has had to change with them. Today, that change is accelerating. Simulation technology is becoming more advanced, and artificial intelligence is starting to influence how training is delivered, assessed and improved. This shift is not about replacing instructors or removing practical training. Instead, it (Read More...)
