Course overview
Marine Pollution Prevention (MARPOL) is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Marine Pollution Prevention (MARPOL). It covers the principles, the requirements of IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Marine Pollution Prevention (MARPOL)
- Apply the relevant requirements of IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for port, terminal, shipping and marine operations professionals, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Marine Pollution Prevention (MARPOL) fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11–15 Jan 2027 | Baku Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 31 Jan – 11 Feb 2027 | Erbil Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 11–15 Apr 2027 | Kuwait City Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 9–20 May 2027 | Cairo Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 17–21 May 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 14–18 Feb 2028 | Zurich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 17–28 Apr 2028 | Berlin Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 7–11 Aug 2028 | Cape Town Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 18–29 Sep 2028 | Munich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 23–27 Oct 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 29 Jan – 2 Feb 2029 | Munich Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 25 Mar – 5 Apr 2029 | Sharm El Sheikh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 23–27 Apr 2029 | Istanbul Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 24 Jun – 5 Jul 2029 | Muscat Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 9–13 Jul 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 21–25 Jan 2030 | Frankfurt Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 20–31 May 2030 | Stockholm Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 3–7 Jun 2030 | Berlin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 1–12 Jul 2030 | Amsterdam Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 25–29 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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- QGT-MAR-164Marine Pollution Prevention (MARPOL) MasterclassMasterclass