News & Insights
Education & Training News
How the world trains, certifies and develops its maritime workforce.
The rules that govern how seafarers and maritime professionals are trained are undergoing their biggest review in decades. At the same time, new fuels, new technologies and a growing officer shortage are raising the bar for everyone. Our Education & Training News section follows these developments globally and explains what they mean for learners, employers and institutions.
STCW & Training Regulation Updates
Changes to the STCW Convention and Code, IMO training guidelines and national training requirements.
STCW & Training Regulation UpdatesComprehensive Review of the STCW Convention and Code: FAQ
Source: IMO · 30 Sept 2026
The IMO's timeline and explanation of the most ambitious STCW review in its history.
STCW & Training Regulation UpdatesIMO Approves New Training Guidelines for Methanol and Ammonia-Fuelled Ships
Source: DNV · 30 Sept 2026
Seafarers serving on ships powered by methanol, ethanol or ammonia now have dedicated international training guidance, approved by the IMO in May 2026.
STCW & Training Regulation UpdatesSTCW Review Enters Drafting Phase as IMO Tackles More Than 400 Gaps
Source: IMO · 30 Sept 2026
The most ambitious review in the history of the STCW Convention has moved into its drafting phase, with more than 400 gaps identified in the global rulebook for seafarer training.
STCW & Training Regulation UpdatesHTW 12: IMO Advances Seafarer Training and Launches New Fatigue Initiative
Source: BIMCO · 1 Mar 2026
Progress on the STCW review, alternative-fuel training guidelines and a new workstream on fatigue and hours of rest.
STCW & Training Regulation UpdatesRevision of STCW and Fatigue
Source: International Federation of Shipmasters' Associations · 1 Mar 2026
The shipmasters' perspective on the STCW review, simulator use and certification integrity.
Maritime Academies & Institutions
News from maritime universities, academies and training centres around the world.
Maritime Academies & InstitutionsMaritime Education News
Source: SAFETY4SEA · 30 Sept 2026
Institutional partnerships and new training facilities worldwide, including the DNV and NTUA agreement signed at Posidonia 2026.
Maritime Academies & InstitutionsUniversity of Gibraltar Unveils Wartsila-Powered Maritime Simulation Centre
Source: Offshore Source · 16 Sept 2026
A new simulation centre for cadets, funded by industry partners, includes training for alternative fuels such as LNG bunkering.
Maritime Academies & InstitutionsA New Era for Maritime Education: Inside the Upcoming Maritime Academy
Source: IMarEST · 1 Jun 2026
A first-hand look at a new simulator-equipped maritime academy in Lagos, Nigeria.
Certification & Competency
Developments in certification, competency assessment, recognition and the fight against fraudulent certificates.
Certification & CompetencyDNV: IMO HTW 12 Outcomes
Source: Hellenic Shipping News (DNV) · 1 Mar 2026
Work on strengthening STCW oversight, the White List and links with the IMO Member State Audit Scheme.
Certification & CompetencyRevision of STCW and Fatigue: Certification Integrity
Source: IFSMA · 1 Mar 2026
HTW 12 reviewed reports of fraudulent certificates and urged Member States to report them through the IMO's GISIS system.
Skills Gap & Workforce Research
Research and data on seafarer supply and demand, shore-based skills and the future maritime workforce.
Skills Gap & Workforce ResearchGlobal Shortage of 39,100 Ship Officers, New BIMCO-ICS Report Finds
Source: BIMCO · 30 Sept 2026
The world merchant fleet is already short of around 39,100 STCW-certified officers, with an additional 113,735 needed by 2030, according to the Seafarer Workforce Report 2026.
Skills Gap & Workforce ResearchBIMCO and ICS Report Warns of Potential Future Shortage of Officers
Source: BIMCO · 25 Jun 2026
The Seafarer Workforce Report 2026 estimates a current shortage of 39,100 officers and a need for 113,735 more by 2030.
Skills Gap & Workforce ResearchOfficer Shortage Deepens as Seafarer Demand Jumps 35%
Source: Seatrade Maritime News · 25 Jun 2026
Analysis of how officer supply has failed to keep pace with demand since 2021.
Skills Gap & Workforce ResearchSeafarer Workforce Report 2026: Executive Summary
Source: ICS · 1 Jun 2026
The official summary of the report's key findings.
Cadetships, Scholarships & Careers at Sea
Opportunities and pathways for the next generation of maritime professionals, including national talent programmes.
Cadetships, Scholarships & Careers at SeaSafe Bulkers Opens EUR 100,000 Scholarship Call
Source: Cyprus Mail · 17 Jul 2026
Ten awards of EUR 10,000 each for students pursuing maritime careers in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Cadetships, Scholarships & Careers at SeaSix Women Among 20 Selected for Noble's Marine Cadet Scholarships
Source: OilNOW · 1 Mar 2026
A fully funded four-year cadet programme combining classroom study with offshore experience.
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