As the backbone of the UK’s economy, the shipping industry is integral to maintaining the flow of goods, energy, and essential supplies across the nation and beyond. With 95% of the country’s trade transported by sea, the sector underpins a vast network of employment, supporting 650,000 jobs directly and indirectly across the UK. However, as […]
Advanced Training in Maritime Fuels: Preparing for a Sustainable Future
Nautilus International, a leading maritime union, is spearheading efforts to ensure seafarers are well-equipped to transition to new fuel technologies. As the maritime industry moves toward a sustainable future, these training initiatives are critical for enhancing the skills of both experienced officers and cadets, adapting to the changing energy requirements in maritime operations. Comprehensive Training […]
MCA Launches Updated Post-Training Survey to Refine UK Maritime Training
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has announced the relaunch of a crucial survey for seafarers post-oral examinations as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance maritime training standards in the UK. This initiative, updated in collaboration with training providers and industry stakeholders, seeks to gather comprehensive feedback from seafarers on their training experiences to […]
Babcock International Unveils 400 UK Maritime Apprenticeship Opportunities
Babcock International launches a groundbreaking initiative, creating 1,000 new jobs at Rosyth for UK merchant navy apprentices.
CalMac Announces Opening for 2024 Maritime Apprenticeships
CalMac Ferries launches its Modern Apprenticeship programme for 2024, offering young people a unique pathway into the merchant navy.
Enhancing Maritime Training in the UK: UKSA’s State-of-the-Art TRANSAS Simulator Suite
Discover UKSA’s TRANSAS simulator suite: state-of-the-art maritime training for tomorrow’s seafaring professionals.
Maritime UK and Women in Transport Unveil Groundbreaking Equity Index During Summit
Discover insights on gender diversity in the UK’s transport sector. Explore key findings from Maritime UK & Women in Transport’s Equity Index.
Maritime UK Advocates for £2 Billion Annual Investment to Propel the UK as a Pioneer in Maritime Decarbonisation
The ambitious initiative aims to achieve the target of full decarbonisation by 2050, concurrently positioning the UK as a forerunner.
£1 Million Boost to Revitalise UK’s Coastal Communities: Maritime UK Initiates Dynamic Collaboration
Maritime UK has announced a significant £1 million fund aimed at nurturing regional cluster organisations across the coastal communities.
Humber Freeport Sets Sail: A Boost for Investment and Job Creation in the UK Maritime Sector
Unveiling vast potential in renewable energy, chemicals, and technology sectors, Humber Freeport aims to catalyze economic growth and skills development, while championing the UK’s levelling up agenda. Explore the transformative impact of this historic launch.