MANILA – Evaluators of the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) STCW Office are currently participating in a 4-day simulation workshop delivered by Kongsberg Digital. The workshop aims to pursue the continual development efforts of the agency and contribute to the steady improvements needed in various areas and issues regarding the European Union’s extension of recognition to the STCW System of the Philippines.

The simulation workshop began with an opening program led by Capt. Vicente C. Navarro, Deputy Executive Director of the STCW Office, and VADM Eduardo Ma R Santos AFP (Ret), President of Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP) and Kongsberg Users Philippines, Inc. (KUPI). Participants of the workshop also include Maritime Education and Training Standards Supervisors (METSS), Monitoring Division personnel from the STCW Office, and Kongsberg simulation specialists from the Philippines and the Asia-Pacific region.

The workshop and training sessions are being delivered by renowned experts and industry leaders with extensive experience in maritime education and related fields covering topics including practical training techniques, regulatory compliance and industry standards, as well as technology advancements in maritime education including maritime simulators on cloud.

With MARINA striving to promote partnerships and collaborative endeavors among maritime organizations and industry stakeholders, the workshop is delivered in cooperation with DNV, PCI/Seaversity and Integrated Maritime Practical Assessment Center and Technical Solutions (IMPACTS).

The simulation workshop, with a specific focus on training facilities, simulators, monitoring, supervision, and evaluation of training and assessment, is expected to participants with a valuable platform to expand their knowledge and expertise in maritime education. This workshop series stands as a testament to the commitment of all involved parties in staying at the forefront of advancements in maritime education and ensuring the continual improvement of industry standards.

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