Ensuring the safety of crew and passengers at sea is a non-negotiable priority. To take this imperative to a new level, Maritime Skills Academy, an established training provider in the maritime industry with centres in Portsmouth, Dover, and Gibraltar, has entered into a pivotal partnership with NAPA, a global frontrunner in maritime software and data services headquartered in Finland. This collaboration is set to make Ship Stability Management Training more efficient, accessible, and comprehensive for seafarers and ship operators.
The Need for this Transformative Partnership
The collaboration between Maritime Skills Academy and NAPA, which operates across continents with a significant presence in Asia and Europe, aims to provide in-person and remote access to state-of-the-art Ship Stability Management Training. The alliance seeks to expand the number of seafarers with specialised training, employing NAPA’s 30-year legacy in naval architecture, fleet operations, and digital services. Maritime Skills Academy, recognised by the Maritime & Coastguard Agency and other global organisations, brings its expansive course offerings and simulation training capabilities to the table, enhancing the course’s efficacy and reach.
Expert Guidance by Certified Instructors
Trainers certified by both NAPA and Maritime Skills Academy, which already delivers over 500 courses to more than 5,000 delegates annually, will lead the programme. Utilising NAPA’s globally recognised ship design software, the training will employ hands-on approaches to give participants real-world skills for managing ship stability. Mark Jaenicke, Operations Director at Maritime Skills Academy, emphasised the course’s focus on hands-on experience, aligning with NAPA’s long-standing commitment to safe and sustainable shipping.
Comprehensive and IMO-Compliant Course Modules
The training modules are meticulously designed to cover a range of stability metrics and are backed by NAPA’s market leadership in ship stability management. Topics such as Basic Stability Principles and Operations at Port are included alongside specialised subjects like SOLAS II-1 (SOLAS 2009/2020) compliance. Given NAPA’s cloud-based solutions supporting shipping decarbonisation, the course also contributes to broader sustainability efforts.
A Significant Milestone in the Maritime Sector
The collaboration marks an important moment in the maritime industry, aligning with both companies’ visions for safer, more sustainable operations. Josip Kulas, Director of Training and Simulation at the Maritime Skills Academy, and Lars Nickel, Managing Director of NAPA Germany Software GmbH, emphasised the training’s ability to prepare maritime professionals for tomorrow’s challenges, combining eLearning and classroom sessions for a well-rounded education.
For more information on this cutting-edge Ship Skills Management Training programme, Josip Kulas is the point of contact.
