Happy New Year
2014 has been a fantastic year for us and left us looking forward to the next even more.
Mandatory security training
Not too sure on what security training you need to work at sea? Please find an easy to understand pdf attached to this post. However please feel free to give us a call on 01172443589 or email us at info@southwestmaritimeacademy.com if you want to talk it through. SECURITY UPDATE TRAINING
Silver Swan Yacht recruitment specialists
Still looking for work onboard? Now our recruitment partner Silver Swan have their own designated Yacht Recruitment specialists that will work with you to find the right job. Simply upload your details straight on to their website. https://www.silverswanyachtcrew.com/
Breaking News: MS Marco Polo runs aground off Norway
https://news.sky.com/story/1364947/cruise-ship-carrying-750-tourists-runs-aground
A trip to Ribcraft Ribs
So planning ahead for 2015 we took a little trip down to Ribcraft Ribs in Yeovil today. I would like to thank you for your hospitality and to the Mark for showing us the build process.
On-board 196 foot J’ade-mega-yacht floating drive garage.
An indoor pool, an aquarium and an indoor ‘drive-in garage’ for its own speedboat: On board a 196ft mega yacht https://www.dailymail.co.uk/travel/travel_news/article-2777796/On-board-196-foot-J-ade-mega-yacht-world-s-floating-drive-garage.html
Breaking news: Fire on cross channel Ferry
A fire has broken out in the engine room of a Calais-bound ferry carrying 337 passengers. The Pride of Canterbury vessel left Dover in Kent early this morning and was arriving in northern France when the blaze erupted at around 8am UK time. https://news.sky.com/story/1344047/fire-on-cross-channel-ferry-carrying-hundreds
We support our Armed Forces
As our TEAM is made up of predominantly ex servicemen we fully support our Armed Forces and understand the difficulties in re-training for a new career. This is why we have teamed up with the Defence Discount Service to offer all members of the Armed Forces discounts from 10% – 20% off our courses.
New opening times
We are extremely pleased to announce that from today our office opening hours have been extended: Monday to Friday – 0830hrs – 2000hrs Saturday – 0900hrs – 1700hrs The number to call is 01454 260 130 or alternatively you can email us at info@southwestmaritimeacademy.com
Major rescue operation as sailing dinghy race vessels capsize
Ten sailors have been injured after several vessels capsized in strong winds during a dinghy race in Northern Ireland.
