Ship to Ship Training

Strengthen your ability to carry out safe and efficient ship to ship (STS) operations through advanced simulator-based training.

This course focuses on close-quarter manoeuvring, coordination and communication between vessels during STS operations. You develop the skills needed to plan, execute and manage complex STS operations under varying environmental conditions, ensuring safe and controlled operations at all stages.

Who is the course relevant for

The course is designed for experienced maritime professionals involved in STS operations and vessel manoeuvring, including:

• Marine pilots and mooring masters
• Shipmasters and senior officers
• Other personnel involved in STS operations

What you will gain from the course

The course strengthens your ability to plan and execute STS operations safely and efficiently.

You gain a deeper understanding of vessel interaction, communication and coordination during close-quarter manoeuvring.

After the course, you will be able to:

• Plan and conduct STS operations, including approach, mooring and unmooring
• Manoeuvre vessels safely during close-quarter operations
• Apply communication strategies between vessels and key personnel
• Use operational and safety checklists effectively
• Assess environmental factors such as wind, current and shallow water effects
• Manage emergency situations, including aborting operations
• Coordinate tug use and understand ship-to-ship interaction
• Handle fender operations, mooring arrangements and transfer setups

What your organisation gains

• The course strengthens your organisation’s ability to carry out STS operations safely and consistently.
• You reduce the risk of incidents through improved communication, planning and operational awareness.
• Crews perform more effectively in close-quarter situations, ensuring safer transfers and fewer operational disruptions.
• At the same time, you support a more standardised and structured approach to STS operations across vessels and teams.