Ship Stability Course
This course equips you with essential knowledge in ship stability for container vessels, including hydrostatics, GM/KG control, ballast and loading plans, heavy weather management, cargo securing, and regulatory compliance. Plan secure voyages, safeguard hull and cargo integrity, and confidently handle stability challenges at sea using modern tools and best practices.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills in ship stability for a 190m container vessel, covering hydrostatics, GM and KG management, free surface effects, and longitudinal strength. Master safe loading, ballast operations, trim and draft planning, heavy weather strategies, avoidance of risky conditions, SOLAS compliance, stability software use, and professional documentation with checklists.
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Develop skills
- Perform accurate ship stability calculations including GM, GZ, and hydrostatics for actual voyages.
- Manage heavy weather by adjusting ballast, course, and speed to minimise roll and structural stress.
- Develop balanced container loading plans ensuring trim, draft, and stack stability within port and class limits.
- Conduct thorough arrival and departure stability checks with proper ballast sequencing and safety margins.
- Ensure full regulatory compliance with SOLAS, IMO, and class rules via advanced stability software.
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