{
  "id": 9627293,
  "title": "Strengthening seafarers’ competence for alternative fuels and new technologies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/strengthening-seafarers-competence-for-alternative-fuels-and-new",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-24T21:00:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hellenic Shipping News",
    "slug": "hellenic-shipping-news",
    "url": "https://www.hellenicshippingnews.com/strengthening-seafarers-competence-for-alternative-fuels-and-new-technologies/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Maritime experts gathered in Lisbon from September 14-18 to discuss the evolving needs for seafarers' competence and training as the industry shifts towards alternative fuels and new technologies. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) organized the event, with support from the World Maritime University. The discussions focused on how to adapt training and competence frameworks to keep pace with technological advancements in areas such as ammonia, methanol, hydrogen, batteries and onboard carbon capture systems. Participants explored how the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW Convention), along with IMO's ongoing review, can be updated to reflect these changes. International cooperation and dialogue were emphasized as key to supporting seafarers and maritime training institutions during this transition.",
  "summary": "Maritime experts shared their views and experiences on the evolving competence and training needs for seafarers as the maritime sector transitions to new fuels and technologies, at an event held in Lisbon (14-18 September). The event brought together representatives from maritime administrations, industry, maritime education and training institutions, international organizations and academia. It…",
  "key_points": [
    "Maritime experts convened in Lisbon for seafarers' training discussions.",
    "Focus on adapting to alternative fuels and new technologies.",
    "STCW Convention review emphasized for industry transition."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}