Nick introduces himself to us and explains more about small vessel brokerage. . Can you introduce yourself and Century Marine Services I was born in Kent, UK before spending my early life travelling to follow my Father’s career in ship management to warmer climates! I returned to the UK to attend University, studying law and […]
Having joined Tidal Transit in 2020, Jimmy tells us about transitioning into Maritime Industry as a secondary career and the latest news from Tidal Transit. . Who are Tidal Transit and what is their history? Tidal Transit is a Norfolk based CTV operator established in 2011 with a fleet of 6 x CTVs operating in […]
This month David and Chris tell us about their roles at Clyde based Malin Marine Services and the business’s ambitions to take the 200+ year old routes sailing into the future. . “…we look to utilise the established expertise within the team, coupled with cutting edge technology and techniques….” Who are Malin Marine Services, Where […]
With an international water based training career covering the UK, Australia, Egypt, Greece, Turkey, Tenerife and Nigeria, Euan tells us more about himself and his business – You and Sea. . Our company ambition is simple: “Provide a reliable, trustworthy training centre that provides high quality training that both commercial and leisure users need and […]
We talk to George Moore, Business Development Manager at corporate member’s Specialist Marine Consultants; . Who are Specialist Marine Consultants and how did they originate? SMC, or Specialist Marine Consultants, are a specialist service provider to the marine and offshore energy sectors. We began by delivering Vessel Inspections and QHSE services to Oil & Gas […]
Following two workshops held during the Transition Period between the Workboat Association, UK Department for Transport and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency – the following guide has been created for stakeholders of the Workboat Industry. In the coming months before the end of 2020, independent agreements with foreign countries and their maritime administrations may happen, […]
Neil informs us about his career and his new business as owner of Cormorant Cruises, based in Cornwall. . What is your background? I grew up within a family committed to the RNLI in a small town in Cornwall, when I was old enough I followed my family’s footsteps and became a volunteer myself. At […]
Ernst-Jan, Area Manager at South-Netherlands based Crew Services provider (and sponsors of the Workboat Association’s 25th Anniversary Drinks Reception) – ORCA Crew Services – tells us a little more about the ORCA team, their offering and objectives in this month’s Member Profile. (Pictured here on the left with two of his colleagues. Attendees of the […]
Stuart is the General Manager of new members: Outreach Offshore Ltd. In this month’s article he informs us about the company, its offering and some quick win ways to increase workboat lifting equipment safety. . “Joining the Workboat Association is an exciting move for Outreach Offshore – we would like to share our experience within […]
David studied as an apprentice at Whitby Fishing School/ 54′ North Maritime Training Name: David Carter Gender: Male Age: 25 Company: Williams Shipping Interests outside of work: Rugby, Running and Paddle Boarding What Apprenticeship did you undertake and when? Actually, contrary to my position on Workboats; I completed a Fishing Apprenticeship at Whitby Fishing School in 2012. The Workboat […]
Winners Announcement!! A jury was nominated by the WA Training Workgroup to score the entries to this year’s Video Competition, we are pleased to announce the following winners who will all receive gift packs in reward!; Most interesting work scope and Best in Sector (Towing) – Holyhead Towing Company ‘Working in the Maldives’ Most inspiring Story / Script – […]
It is with deepest sadness we mourn the passing of the Workboat Association’s Life President: Norman Finlay MBE. Wednesday 5th August 2020, University Hospital Southampton, age 84. Following a career at sea and then as Superintendent of a dredger fleet, Mr Finlay became involved with workboats early in his career, and went on to become […]
