The Nautical Institute

⚓ It’s been a busy week for us at the International Maritime Organization, co-organising a major international symposium while also gaining valuable insights from another impactful event. 📅 On Thursday and Friday, we proudly supported the 3rd International Maritime Human Factors Symposium, welcoming over 150 maritime experts to the IMO headquarters. The symposium explored a broad range of topics, including human-centred design, maritime safety, risk and safety management, training, and seafarer wellbeing. 🤝 In collaboration with University of Strathclyde, Chalmers University of Technology, World Maritime University, National Technical University of Athens, CHIRP, ITU, Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) and Viasat, this symposium has become a world-leading forum for academia, industry, and regulatory bodies to exchange ideas and insights on the human element. Our keynote speaker, Mr BingBing Song, Head of the IMO’s Maritime Training and Human Element subdivision, set the tone by repeatedly emphasising the importance of the seafarer in his opening address. All speakers reinforced the critical role of the human element in maritime operations. ⚠️ The importance of this topic was emphasised by the unfortunate news on Friday that a “series of human errors” had led to the grounding and sinking of HMNZS Manawanui on 5 October 2024, as announced by the Royal New Zealand Navy. This incident resonated deeply with symposium participants and was discussed during the breaks, highlighting the urgent need for a better understanding of the human element across all maritime sectors. 🤓 Earlier in the week, the IMO also prioritised training, this time for the delegates involved in shaping maritime regulations. Across two intensive days, new IMO team members and representatives, including some from The Nautical Institute, participated in comprehensive sessions to better understand the processes behind developing and issuing IMO instruments. ❗ Next week the IMO will host the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC). The Nautical Institute has accredited a delegation of experts who will advocate on behalf of our members and all seafarers focusing on key seagoing safety issues. #NauticalInstitute #HumanFactors #MaritimeSafety

📢 Meet Luciana Bezerra Aguiar e Silva AMNI, 3rd Mate at HORNBECK OFFSHORE® and one of The Nautical Institute’s Younger Member Ambassadors (YMA). 🌊 Luciana’s passion for the sea was instilled early by her family, who encouraged her to explore a career in the maritime industry. From her first steps in maritime studies, she found herself captivated by nautical science. 🎓 She began her training at Centro de Instrução Almirante Braz de Aguiar (CIABA) and gained valuable experience during her internship aboard a PSV with GRUPO CBO - Companhia Brasileira de Offshore. In 2023, Luciana completed her DP (Dynamic Positioning) Basics course and embarked on her journey into DP operations. Now, she applies her expertise as a nautical officer aboard Hornbeck Offshore vessels. ⚓ Luciana is driven by her ambition to further develop her DPO skills while working internationally and dreams of becoming a DP instructor for aspiring maritime officers. 💡 Her dedication to continuous learning and sharing knowledge led her to join The Nautical Institute. She believes that industry-led, goal-based training is invaluable for career growth, a realisation that came during her Basic DP course. 🚢 As a YMA, Luciana is passionate about supporting younger officers beginning a DP career. She finds great satisfaction in sharing insights and staying engaged with the maritime sector’s evolving standards. 🤝 Luciana is part of a global network of 70 YMAs appointed from educational programs, colleges, and early career stages at maritime organizations. Together, these ambassadors are committed to providing guidance and fostering a supportive environment for peers and the next generation of maritime professionals. 👏 Join us in congratulating Luciana on her appointment as a Younger Member Ambassador and celebrating her continued journey in maritime excellence. #NauticalInstitute #NIMembership #FutureLeader

🚢Enhance Your Assessment Skills with Our Newly Updated Course! 🌟 CPD Credits: 25 🎓 Lecturers: Capt. Sarabjit Butalia FNI, Anant Sahasrabudhe AFNI, Naomi Rewari MNI Capt. Sanjay Mittal AFNI 📅 Dates: 9–13 December 2024, 09:00–12:45 UTC 🔗 Book here: https://shorturl.at/j26aQ The Nautical Institute Academy Navigation, Cargo, and Mooring Assessors interactive course has been updated to provide comprehensive training in three critical areas: Navigation, Cargo and Mooring Assessments. What you'll gain: 📌 Clear understanding of audits vs assessments 📌 Skills to promote safety and best practice 📌 A systematic approach to conducting assessments 📌 Effective debriefing and report-writing techniques 🤓 This course is designed for professionals looking to meet TMSA3 Element 5 requirements. Whether you’re focusing on internal assessments or expanding into external assessments (including third-party vessels), this course covers your needs. #NauticalInstitute #NavigationSafety #CPD

📅 Join us at IMPA Singapore 2024 for our Procurement Conference. 🖊 Book your place now, it's free: https://shorturl.at/oE5wD ⚓ We are excited to host a series of expertly curated sessions exploring the pivotal role of training, development, and sustainable procurement in the maritime industry. 💬 Our expert speakers: Capt. Hari Subramaniam MBA FNI MICS FCMMI, Regional Head – Business Relations The Shipowners' Club Capt Yves Vandenborn FNI, Head of Loss Prevention Asia-Pacific NorthStandard Somiyeh Djavanroodi Deputy Head, The Nautical Institute Academy Bhupesh Gandhi CEO (Singapore), Applied Research International Stella Kiss Clinical Psychologist and General Manager, Mental Health Support Solutions (MHSS) Captain Sanjay Mittal Chief Executive Officer, Racon Marine Consultants Pte. Ltd. What to Expect: ✔ Insights on applying procurement science to enhance training and development ✔ Strategies for embedding sustainability in the train-and-retain cycle and crew pipeline management ✔ Innovative solutions and practical advice on how to advance sustainable maritime operations while building the future of crew development and procurement practices. 🤝 Network with industry leaders, share best practices, and position yourself at the forefront of maritime innovation. #NauticalInstitute #CrewRetention #Maritime 

⚠ The danger of entering an enclosed space is well known across the maritime industry. Although best practice guidelines are in place, accidents in enclosed spaces continue to occur far too frequently, with devastating consequences for seafarers and their families. 💻 Join us for this interactive webinar as we discuss the latest data on enclosed space accidents and, through a case study, examine how and why a fatal accident occurred and the impact it had. 📅 Tuesday 26th November, 10:00 – 11:00 UTC ✒ Book here: https://shorturl.at/l3o2a 💬 Our panel: Capt. Kuba Szymanski, FNI, Secretary General, InterManager Katerina Elikonida Maroudi, Regulatory Manager, BIMCO Mihhail Klaaser CMarEng FIMarEST, Data Governance, RightShip Adrian C. White BSc. (Hons) CMIOSH, Health, Safety & Security Manager, IMCA (International Marine Contractors Association) Kevin Coelho, Nautical Advisor, OCIMF (Oil Companies International Marine Forum) Capt. John Lloyd FNI, CEO, The Nautical Institute – Moderator 🤓 Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, gain access to the data and case study presented, develop a better understanding of how to be part of the solution and learn where to find more information on preventing such accidents in the future. #NauticalInstitute #EnclosedSpaces #MaritimeSafety

🔔 Another busy week at the International Maritime Organization in London has come to an end. 🗒 The Council of the IMO met to discuss a wide range matters affecting the business and finances of our global regulator, and to receive updates on the activities of many IMO bodies. We were represented by our Senior Technical Advisor Capt. Chris O'Flaherty AFNI. ⚓ The promotion of the wellbeing of seafarers was highlighted when the Secretary General noted to the meeting that the UN Human Rights Council recently (July 2024) passed a resolution “Promoting and protecting the enjoyment of human rights by seafarers”, which urges States to recognise seafarers as key workers. 🌐 The IMO’s council was briefed on the recent change in name and status of the (former) International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA), which has become an Inter-Governmental Organisation (known colloquially as an IGO) and has been renamed to The International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation. 🚢 When discussing the status of various global maritime conventions, the Council was informed that Nigeria, Namibia and Argentina had recently acceded to some existing IMO instruments, further enhancing the common regulatory baseline of global shipping. 🖊 For more updates on our work at the IMO, visit https://shorturl.at/amXKM #NauticalInstitute #IMO #MaritimeExcellence

📢 Last chance to book your place! https://shorturl.at/ax2oW 👉 Registration closes on Monday! 👏 We're proud to co-organize the 3rd International Maritime Human Factors Symposium at the International Maritime Organization HQ in London on November 28–29! 🔎 Focused on Human Factors as the cornerstone of maritime safety, efficiency, and innovation, this symposium is the perfect platform for exploring the latest research and best practices shaping the future of our industry. The prestigious IMO venue highlights the event’s significance, bringing together industry professionals, academics, and regulatory leaders to advance collaboration and ensure safer seas. 💬 Captain Trevor Bailey MNM CMMar FNI, our President, is chairing the session about 'Building Competences From The Future' and our Senior Technical Advisor Capt. Aly Elsayed AFNI is talking about on 'How embedding best practice is more effective than learning from incidents and accidents (OCEAN Navigation Awareness)'.  Our CEO Capt. John Lloyd FNI, Steven Gosling MSc AFNI and Jeff Parfitt will also participate in the event. ⚓ Are you passionate about the future of the maritime industry? Join us to learn and network with fellow experts. 👉 For more information and registration, visit www.imhfs.com. #NauticalInstitute #IMHFS24 #HumanFactors Viasat Chalmers University of Technology CHIRP Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST) University of Strathclyde World Maritime University National Technical University of Athens ITU

⚠ The danger of entering an enclosed space is well known across the maritime industry. Although best practice guidelines are in place, accidents in enclosed spaces continue to occur far too frequently, with devastating consequences for seafarers and their families. 💻 Join us for this interactive webinar as we discuss the latest data on enclosed space accidents and, through a case study, examine how and why a fatal accident occurred and the impact it had. 📅 TUESDAY 26th NOVEMBER, 10:00 – 11:00 UTC ✒ BOOK HERE: https://shorturl.at/l3o2a 💬 Our panel: Capt. Capt. Kuba Szymanski, FNI, Secretary General, InterManager Katerina Elikonida Maroudi, Regulatory Manager, BIMCO Mihhail Klaaser CMarEng FIMarEST, Data Governance, RightShip Adrian C. White BSc. (Hons) CMIOSH, Health, Safety & Security Manager, IMCA (International Marine Contractors Association) Kevin Coelho, Nautical Advisor, OCIMF (Oil Companies International Marine Forum) Capt. John Lloyd FNI, CEO, The Nautical Institute – Moderator 🤓 Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, gain access to the data and case study presented, develop a better understanding of how to be part of the solution and learn where to find more information on preventing such accidents in the future. #NauticalInstitute #EnclosedSpaces #MaritimeSafety

⚓ Are you an experienced officer or engineer looking to enhance your behavioural assessment skills? 👉 Join The Nautical Institute Academy Behavioural Competency Assessor course 🤓 This five-day interactive online course aligns with the IMO Model Course 1.30, STCW Code section A-1/6, TMSA 3 Element 3, and the CSSF Guide to Safe Container Operations. It equips participants with the essential skills and techniques to conduct, document, and improve behavioural assessments effectively. 🌟 CPD Credits: 25 🎓 Lecturers: Sarabjit Butalia FNI, Anant Sahasrabudhe AFNI, Naomi Rewari MNI 📅 Dates: 2–6 December 2024, 13:15 – 17:00 UTC 🔗 Book here: https://shorturl.at/CT6rI #NauticalInstitute #CPD #BehaviouralCompetency

⚓ Our CEO Capt. John Lloyd FNI is joining the next FISH Platform's in-person meeting in Cape Town on Nov 20-21. 🌊 Hosted by the Sea Safety Training Group (SSTG), this event brings together international experts dedicated to advancing safety and professionalism in the fishing industry worldwide. 🚢 It also gives us the opportunity to represent our members working in the industry and share important findings concerning safety coming from our Fishing Safety Advisory Group (FSAG). 🤝 With support from Lloyd's Register Foundation and The Seafarers’ Charity, we are working in finding ways to improve safety in the fishing industry.  #NauticalInstitute #FishingSafety #Collaboration