Course overview
Tanker Operations & Cargo Handling is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Tanker Operations & Cargo Handling. 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 Tanker Operations & Cargo Handling
- 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 Tanker Operations & Cargo Handling 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Mar – 2 Apr 2027 | Lisbon Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 12–23 Apr 2027 | Beirut Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 10–14 May 2027 | Manchester Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 3–14 Oct 2027 | Amman Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 22–26 Nov 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 14–18 Feb 2028 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 3–14 Apr 2028 | Geneva Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 19–23 Jun 2028 | Amsterdam Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 14–25 Aug 2028 | Prague Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 9–13 Oct 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 12–16 Mar 2029 | Rome Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 9–20 Apr 2029 | Johannesburg Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 6–10 Aug 2029 | Marrakech Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 8–19 Oct 2029 | Edinburgh Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 26–30 Nov 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 18–22 Feb 2030 | Istanbul Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 11–22 Mar 2030 | Beirut Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 8–12 Apr 2030 | Paris Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 20–31 May 2030 | Tbilisi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 8–12 Jul 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |