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Medical Fitness for Offshore Work: What the ENG1 Certificate Covers and Why You Need It
Before you step onto an offshore installation or vessel, you need an ENG1 medical certificate. This isn't a formality - it's a requirement that exists because working offshore demands a level of physical and mental fitness that goes beyond typical employment standards. The offshore environment presents genuine challenges to health and safety. Isolation, demanding physical work, limited medical facilities and high-stress situations create conditions where pre-existing health issues (Read More...)
The Rise in Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: From Bikes to Boats
Lithium-ion battery fires are increasing sharply across the UK and internationally. Fire services report rising incident numbers as battery-powered devices become embedded in homes, workplaces, and industry. London Fire Brigade alone responded to more than 229 e-bike and e-scooter fires in 2025. Across major UK cities, the same trend continues with no clear sign of slowing. The issue is not simply the number of batteries in use. The (Read More...)
Celebrating Women in Maritime 2026 – From Policy to Practice
Today is International Women in Maritime Day, and at Stream Marine Training, it’s a day that means something. As a training provider for the maritime, offshore, oil & gas, and renewables sectors, we sit right at the point where people enter and progress through the industry. We see first-hand the talent, ambition, and capability that women bring to maritime, and we believe that creating a more inclusive industry (Read More...)
Stream Marine Training Expands GWO Portfolio with Enhanced First Aid Approval
Stream Marine Training has been approved by Global Wind Organisation (GWO) to deliver Enhanced First Aid (EFA) training, marking a significant expansion of the company's renewable energy training portfolio and reinforcing its commitment to workforce development within the rapidly growing wind sector. The approval comes at a critical time for the renewable energy industry, as demand for skilled wind technicians continues to accelerate globally. With offshore and onshore (Read More...)
IGF Code Explained: What Ship Operators and Crew Need to Know
Methanol dual-fuel engines are no longer a concept. Ammonia projects are moving from trials into operational planning. LNG has already reshaped parts of the fleet. The shift is happening in real time, and regulation has had to keep pace. That is where the IGF Code sits. Across the industry, ship operators, technical managers and crew are hearing the term more frequently, often alongside discussions on alternative fuels, compliance (Read More...)
ENG1 Medical Certificate: What It Covers and Why Seafarers Need It
Before anyone sets foot in a survival suit or steps into a lifeboat drill, there’s a quieter checkpoint that catches people out more often than you’d expect. Medical fitness. It doesn’t get talked about as much as course bookings or job applications, but it sits right at the front of the process. At Stream Marine Training in Glasgow, we regularly speak to delegates who are ready to book (Read More...)
