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The assessment of trainee seafarers is moving into the digital age with a new web-based platform to be phased in from next year by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
This year's cohort of seafarer trainees have become the first in the UK to learn under a new syllabus developed through an industry-wide initiative, led by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), to ensure skills keep …
We are developing two new online services and we're looking for participants to provide feedback.
New app provides extra features for trainees, employers and instructors.
The next step has been completed in a wide-ranging review of UK seafarer and cadet training, led by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).
Consultation on proposed new courses that will form the basis of a "springboard for seafarers to develop careers".
All seafarers who undertake oral exams, a key part of training, are being asked for their views on their learning to help develop and strengthen training in the UK.
"It’s my dream job" says deck officer recognised for her efforts to promote the maritime industry and her hard work in the role.
Seafarer cadets can now continue to access financial support for their training up until spring 2025, as funds have been locked in for a further 6 months.
The Cadet Training and Modernisation (CT&M) Programme has completed a review of the UK’s cadet syllabus, which could shape the future of training worldwide.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
By the end of November 2023, anyone working on a UK fishing vessel must have a certificate of medical fitness.
Increased funding for maritime careers and the welfare of seafarers
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Announces a doubling of government financial support for maritime training.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
New centre will provide a location for Deck, Engineering and other Oral Examinations for the maritime community.
The latest phase of a major project to tackle congestion and improve journey times on the M60 and M62 near Manchester is now underway.
With sea trade expected to grow, the need for a highly skilled workforce has never been greater.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
John Hayes launches a campaign to raise the profile of the UK’s world class maritime sector.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
The outcome of an independent review is that continuing government support for maritime training is required.
Written statement by Mike Penning MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport.
Karley Smith, Third Officer with Sealion Shipping and 2011 Officer Trainee of the Year, discusses her training experiences.
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