7.2.24 Capt. Michael Halfin lectures at the IMO

On 7.2.24, Capt. Michael Halfin, the Authority’s Head of Deck and Simulator Departments, gave a first lecture of an Israeli Official at the IMO (International Maritime Organization). The subject of Capt. Halfin’s lecture was “Bridge Resources Management Course:  Advantages of Integrated Studies, Using Simulator and Psychological Guidance”. It was given at the Main Assembly Auditorium.…

Refresher STCW training courses

Since March 2022, refresher STCW training courses (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers) have been held in the Israeli Marine Authority. The courses take place once a month. The STCW courses are designed for all deck, engine and electrical officers at all ranks, as well as ratings. They last 5 days (45 hours).…

VTSS Course

A VTSS Course (Vessel Traffic Services Supervisor) designed for Israel Ports Company Sea Departments in Haifa and Ashdod was successfully completed on 19.1.2022. The Authority would like to thank all instructors and staff who took part in the course, and especially Capt. Michael Halfin who was head of the course.