Marine Fuels Training Facility

A brief outline of what would be the minimum needed to set up an advanced marine fuels training facility. The facility would be used to establish and implement an IMO approved STCW endorsement in marine fuels for senior (First and Second Class Certificates) marine engineer officers. The facility would be operated on a "not for profit" basis thereby maintaining an unbiased stance. The facility would be designed around 3 day seminars with a class size not to exceed 20 individuals with approximately 50 classes per year. The facility would also be available in off class periods for customized training sessions to suit industry/owner requirements. It is envisioned that such a facility could be established through OEM donations of machinery and a collaborative initial funding by US based vessel and power plant owners/operators and annual grants from sources such as MarAd, EPA and other maritime professional organizations. I realize a lot will say that this training is available from the manufacturers however, factory schools are beyond the reach of most mariners.