Tailor the course to your organisation
This course can be adapted so participants work with your systems, data and real-world challenges from your organisation. Plan a tailored course for your team
Reach out to Clara Giarrusso for more information.
This course can be adapted so participants work with your systems, data and real-world challenges from your organisation. Plan a tailored course for your team
FPSO tandem mooring – master safe and efficient offshore transfer operations Strengthen your ability to plan, coordinate and execute FPSO tandem mooring operations safely and efficiently in challenging offshore environments. This advanced course combines theory and simulator-based training to develop the practical manoeuvring skills, communication techniques and operational awareness required for successful tandem mooring operations. Through realistic scenarios, you gain hands-on experience in vessel approach, mooring, unmooring and emergency response while operating in close proximity to FPSOs and other offshore assets.
Who is the course relevant for
The course is designed for experienced maritime professionals involved in offshore transfer and tandem mooring operations, including:
• Shipmasters
• Deck officers
• Mooring masters
• Personnel involved in tanker and FPSO operations
What you will gain from the course
The course strengthens your ability to conduct tandem mooring operations safely and effectively under varying operational and environmental conditions.
You develop a deeper understanding of vessel behaviour, operational limitations and the critical factors that influence safety during offshore transfer operations.
After the course, you will be able to:
• Plan and execute tandem mooring operations safely and efficiently
• Assess vessel manoeuvring capabilities and limitations during offshore operations
• Approach and establish tandem moorings with or without tug assistance
• Apply effective communication strategies during approach, mooring and unmooring
• Conduct contingency planning and prepare for abnormal situations
• Execute emergency abort procedures when required
• Apply safe watchkeeping procedures during tandem operations
• Use operational and safety checklists to support safe execution
What your organisation gains
The course strengthens your organisation’s ability to perform tandem mooring operations safely, consistently and efficiently.
You reduce operational risk through improved planning, communication and manoeuvring performance during critical offshore operations.
At the same time, bridge teams, mooring masters and vessel operators develop a common understanding of procedures and operational limitations, supporting safer execution and reducing the likelihood of incidents.
This contributes to improved safety performance, stronger operational reliability and increased protection of personnel, assets and the marine environment.
Course content and format
The course combines classroom-based learning, simulator exercises and structured debriefings with a strong focus on practical application.
You work with:
• General principles of tandem mooring operations
• Offshore vessel manoeuvring and ship handling
• Pre-planning and contingency planning
• Communication during approach, mooring and unmooring
• Emergency abort procedures
• Safe watchkeeping during tandem operations
• Operational risk assessment and decision-making
• Use of operational and safety checklists
Training is conducted in a highly realistic simulator environment. Exercises typically involve three simulators representing the FPSO, the tanker and the assisting tug. This allows participants to experience the operational challenges, communication requirements and coordination needed for successful tandem operations.
Additional tug simulators can be incorporated when training requires more complex offshore operations.
Structured debriefings help participants translate simulator experiences into practical improvements that can be applied directly in daily operations.
References: STCW including 2010 Manila amendments, 2017 edition. Table A-II/1 and Table A-II/2.
Prerequisites and level
This is an advanced-level course.
You are expected to have operational experience in ship handling, navigation or offshore operations and a solid understanding of bridge procedures and vessel manoeuvring.
Examination and certification
Participants receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.
Force Technology is an established maritime training provider approved by DNV.
Tailor the course to your organisation
At Force Technology, tailor-made training is not an add-on, it is our core business. We work closely with each client to design training programmes that reflect their specific vessels, FPSO configurations, operational procedures, and challenges. By incorporating company-specific scenarios and realistic operational conditions, we deliver highly relevant training that strengthens competence, improves performance, and creates immediate value for your organisation.
Reach out to Clara Giarrusso for more information.