Shiphandling and Maneuvering Course
Gain mastery in shiphandling for large container vessels. Develop skills in accurate manoeuvring, tug assistance, route planning, berthing procedures, and emergency handling to manage tight waterways safely and confidently in challenging sea operations. This course equips mariners with essential practical expertise for real-world port demands.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Shiphandling and Manoeuvring Course provides targeted, hands-on training for managing large container ships in restricted waters. Master thruster operations, hydrodynamic forces, speed management, route planning, docking techniques, tug coordination, and crisis protocols. Build strong communication, teamwork, and judgement abilities to navigate harbour passages securely, effectively, and assuredly.
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Develop skills
- Large vessel handling: manoeuvre big container ships safely in confined waters.
- Advanced passage planning: create secure, efficient channel routes using tugs.
- Berthing and mooring: perform exact alongside approaches and fasten moorings.
- Tug and escort tactics: utilise ASD tugs for control, backup, and secure docking.
- Emergency shiphandling: react swiftly to engine failure, winds, traffic, and close calls.
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