National Maritime College of Ireland

Ireland & the EU – A Paralell Session July 10th

Harnessing our Ocean Wealth

Maritime Transport Developments: Ireland and the EU

National Maritime College of Ireland, Cork

Date: 10 July 2015

SeaFest will be taking place here in Ringaskiddy, both at the NMCI & the Beaufort Building, in July. As part of this conference there will be a seminar which is being organised by the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport (DTTAS).    The aim of the seminar is to outline and discuss relevant developments at national and EU level which underpin a successful maritime transport sector in Ireland.  There will be a particular emphasis on the international and EU dimension, and the relationship between the regulatory environment and the relevant actions in Harnessing Our Ocean Wealth (HOOW).  The seminar provides an opportunity to discuss actions and progress in Maritime Safety, Security and Surveillance – one of the eight Enablers identified in HOOW as vital for creating the conditions for growth and investment.

Check out the seminar agenda below or click on the link to open it in a pdf.  Seminar Agenda

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The Nautical Institute – Seafarers Week

The Nautical Institute Ireland Branch

The Nautical Institute is the international professional organisation for maritime professionals, providing a wide range of services to enhance the professional standing and knowledge of members who are drawn from all sectors of the maritime world. The Institute provides individual membership to Merchant and Naval personnel who are interested in maritime matters.

http://www.nautinst.org/

What do we do?

1. We promote professionalism      amongst those in control of sea going ships.

1. We give seafarers a representative voice at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) and other industry bodies on key policy issues.

1. We Provide support and guidance for Continuing Professional Development (CPD Online), an online Jobs Board and worldwide branch network activities.

4. We give mariners professional      recognition with the chance to network with colleagues, employers and customers and      improve job prospects.

How do we do all this?

1. Publications, such as the Seaways magazine issued monthly, the Mariners’ Alerting and Reporting Scheme (MARS), where you can help others learn from your experiences and the ALERT bulletin for improving awareness of the human element in the maritime industry which includes online VODCASTS that can be downloaded.

1. A Members Only Area, including free downloads of briefings and conference papers, with participation forums online such as AIS, ECDIS, e-Navigation and lifeboat safety.

1. Worldwide professional recognition, including being able to display your Nautical Institute membership on your business card and CV.

1. The Nautical Institute accredits training in Dynamic Positioning.

1. The Nautical Institute offers open learning schemes for: Harbour Masters, Square Rig Sailing and Command.

1. Legal defence insurance cover, protecting you against criminalisation

1. 30% discount on nautical publications such as the Admiralty Manual of Seamanship, Radar and ECDIS.

The Ireland Branch has over 150 members’, providing a local professional focus giving national representation for Ireland.  We host presentations imparting excellent professional knowledge/experience, keeping maritime professionals up to date with developments in the industry as well as an opportunity to socialise with other members.  We provide maritime professionals with access to local people who can offer guidance and advice on career and studies.

Who are the People? Members consist of Irish Maritime Professionals from across the industry including ships officers, naval service personnel, surveyors, lecturers, marine superintendents.  A number of Ireland Branch members also serve on the Institutes international committees including the Technical, Professional Development and IMO Committees.

The Nautical Institute Ireland Branch is run by maritime professionals for maritime professionals. Seafarers are essential to the Continuing Professional Development that takes place at branch level.  The work of the institute and the focused work of the branch has enhanced members technical knowledge and skill set.  Continuing Professional Development is encouraged and learning takes place during presentations, symposiums, seminars and during discussion and debate.  The topics that are covered at branch meetings go beyond a structured college curriculum and contain technical solutions delivered by practical industry experts in order to promote Lifelong Learning throughout the maritime sector.

Employment Opportunities

Committee positions in the Nautical Institute Ireland Branch are honorary, however employment opportunities can become available at the Nautical Institute Head Quarters in London.  These usually include requirements for a relevant maritime qualification .

The Nautical Institute Ireland Branch Asgard Award for Best Research Dissertation

Recipient Lawerence Kirwan June 2014

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Irish Marine Engineers

Irish Marine Engineers

Diamond Jubilee Dinner

Reunion Announcement and Invitation

The Marines are 60 in 2015

Dear Friends,                  

2015 marks 60 unbroken years of Marine Engineering education in Cork. The Committee has decided to organise a reunion of all past Marines and friends to mark and celebrate this unique occasion and we hope you and your friends will join us.

Diamond Jubilee Dinner Saturday 19^th September 2015.

The reunion will commence on Friday September 18^th with an informal get together at the Rochestown Park Hotel Cork commencing at 20.00hrs.

On Saturday evening we will gather for dinner and fun in the Atrium Bar of the Rochestown Park Hotel, at 19.30hrs with dinner at 20.00hrs in the Estuary Suite.  (Bar open until 01.30hrs)   The cost per person for attendance at the dinner is €50 per person. 

On Saturday September 19^th at 14.00 a guided tour of the National Maritime College of Ireland in Ringaskiddy will be available to those who signify a wish to visit the college.

We are very excited about this event as it offers such a unique opportunity to meet and greet each other once again.  Our capacity to socialise together has never been in doubt and the occasion provides a wonderful opportunity to renew friendships!   We will make every effort to contact all alumni but please pass the word to your circle of class friends and contacts in case our address records are not accurate or are out of date.  As we anticipate a high level of interest, we are restricted to 400 attendees and regretfully issue tickets on a “First Come First Served” basis up to the end of July.   

Please contact Donal Burke at: donal.burke@cit.ie  for booking details for the event.

Very Best Regards

Peter Otter (Chairman, Organising Committee)                                                                              

Committee: 

Peter Otter, Bobby Broderick, Paddy McGlade, Frank Mullin, Gerry Horan, Donal Burke.

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The Commissioners of Irish Lights (CIL) – Seafarers Week

 http://www.cil.ie/

Background

The Commissioners of Irish Lights (CIL) is the General Lighthouse Authority for all of Ireland, its adjacent seas and islands.  CIL carry out the obligations of the British & Irish Governments in relation to the provision of Aids to Navigation (AtoN) services including the superintendence and management of all AtoN around the coast of Ireland commensurate with the amount of traffic and degree of risk under the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS).   Based in Dun Laoghaire the organisation currently employs 120 staff.   

Overview

CIL operates an essential maritime safety service around the island of Ireland.  Together with our General Lighthouse Authority partners, Trinity House and Northern Lighthouse Board, we have operated this service for over 200 years.  This Ireland/ UK integrated approach to marine Aids to Navigation requirements and service delivery is a critical part of the context in which CIL operates.  From the seafarer’s perspective, this approach ensures a common standard for navigation safety and the cost effective use of resources with all three authorities benefiting from economies of scale and shared services.

Our Core Activities are:

• The provision and maintenance of Lighthouses, Buoys, Beacons, RACONS, DGPS and AIS AtoN to assist the safe and expeditious passage of all classes of mariners in general navigation
• Sanctioning the establishment, alteration or discontinuation  of local aids to navigation  in ports, harbours and coastlines within the jurisdiction of the local lighthouse authority
• Inspection of local Aids to Navigation to ensure they comply with international standards
• Marking or removal of wreck which is a danger to Navigation where no harbour or authority has the power to do so
• Commercial services providing marine consultancy and advice, vessel and Buoy hire and data collection technologies
• Communications, e-Navigation and data services using our coastal network infrastructure

Accessing this sector in terms of education/training

The Irish Lights Vessel Granuaile maintains the various Aids to Navigation provided by the Commissioners.  The current vessel entered into service in February 2000 and is the third Irish Lights ship to be named after the pirate queen Granuaile.  Granuaile is a multi-function vessel which can operate in challenging sea conditions.  Fitted with Dynamic Positioning linked to satellite navigation systems the vessels primary function is to place and service buoys, replenish offshore lighthouses and serve as a helicopter platform for operational activities.  Granuaile is also available to assist state agencies with search and rescue, emergency towing, oil pollution, surveying and offshore data collection. 

CIL provide on-going support for cadets by providing training berths on Granuaile whereby they can receive excellent high quality training in a challenging marine environment.  For appointment as a qualified officer on-board Granuaile marine based certification is essential and the requirement is usually for a higher level of Certificate of Competency than the rank that you will sail in, i.e. to sail as Chief Mate you will usually be required to hold a Master Mariners Certificate of Competency.  For employment in the Navigation Services Department in our offices, a marine based academic qualification in addition to a Certification of Competency is also desirable.  

Employment opportunities in this particular sector/ organisation

A number of different roles and skillsets are required to successfully run an Aids to Navigation Service.  In addition to shipboard vacancies, employment opportunities can also arise shore side in areas of Technology and Data Services, Engineering, Technical, Corporate Services and Planning.  The relevant qualification is essential for each role.

Importance of Seafarers to our Sector

Our relationship to the seafarer is fundamental to our existence. Seafarers expect us to lead the way in providing the most up-to-date and reliable technology available to help them navigate their vessels safely and efficiently.  Seafarers are absolutely essential in providing feedback on the day to day service that we provide. Seafarers are also a vital source of employment for the ILV Granuaile.  Delivery of stakeholder value to Seafarers is the cornerstone of the strategies developed and adopted by CIL for all of our stakeholders.

This article was provided by The Commissioners of Irish Lights as part of the Seafarers Awareness Week. Please use the #seafarersweek when sharing this piece online.

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Maritime Industry Awards

You may know that the NMCI are official patrons to the 2015 Maritime Industry Awards and the countdown is nearly over as the Awards Night is just under 36 hours away. We couldn’t be more excited. GTSS & SNO have been nominated for the Excellence in Maritime Education & Training Award so a bit of competition amongst ourselves should make for an interesting night.

With a drinks reception at 7pm in the Ballsbridge Hotel we can’t wait to network with all of the different industry partners who will be in attendance. Our maritime colleagues from near and far will be in attendance to recognise and celebrate the most innovative companies in the Irish maritime sector. 

Haven’t booked a seat and feeling left out? Don’t worry, join us on Twitter tomorrow night where we will be keeping our followers up to date with pictures and category winners.

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