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Marine Pollution and Management

Why Choose Marine Pollution and Management Training Course?

Marine pollution prevention these days is a serious responsibility for everyone involved in the maritime or offshore industries. This includes offshore and onshore energy production sector, on-shore shipping personnel and shipping transport companies. They all have to fulfill the important duty to protect the marine environment.

This Marine Pollution and Management training course in Dubai provides updated information and the knowledge of various aspects of marine pollution and the ways and methods of its prevention. The training course will present the detailed analysis of various sources of pollution, best practices and methodologies for pollution clean-up and the measures as a response to emergencies and accidents. The training course also includes explanation of marine pollution legal consequences and liabilities.

This Marine Pollution and Management training course will feature:

  • Marine pollution causes and effects
  • Ballast water and other marine pollutants
  • Oil pollution and offshore activities
  • Surveillance, monitoring, measurement and management systems
  • Legal issues, non-compliance with international regulations

What are the Goals?

By the end of This Marine Pollution and Management training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand numerous aspects of the marine pollution problems.
  • Develop familiarity with regulations & compliance issues according to requirements of international documents.
  • Use available technologies & strategies for marine pollution prevention.
  • Plan & implement measures aimed at reducing the risk of serious environmental impact.

Who is this Training Course for?

This Marine Pollution and Management training course is designed to benefit different levels of Technical and Administrative Personnel in the industry and government who deal with and manage problems of marine pollution, marine transport and offshore energy production operations:

  • Managers and environment supervisors from oil and gas production industry
  • Professionals from oil and gas transport companies
  • Administrators from government departments dealing with maritime transport and offshore operations
  • Technical professionals in charge of harbour operation & management

 

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Marine Pollution and Management training course will be conducted along workshop principles which will combine lectures with active delegate participation including problem solving and discussions. Several practical examples will be presented, and the focus will be on technical principles and clear technical reasoning.

Workshops will include case studies and will be presented with explanation of technical measures necessary for efficient managing of marine pollution problems. Various examples from real-life technical practice will be included and combined with video animations to help gain the confidence in making right decision regarding efficient emergency response measures in the given situation.

 

The Course Content

  • Marine pollution definition: types and environmental impacts
  • Oil pollution and impact of oil spill
  • Heavy metals: dangers and hazards
  • Wastes: solid garbage and liquid sewage
  • Pollution risks from ships : incidents, assessment and economic losses
  • Economic losses from marine pollution
  • The International Maritime Organisation (IMO), MARPOL Convention on marine pollution, and other international instruments
  • Environmental threats from ballast water
  • International maritime dangerous goods (IMDG)
  • Dumping of ship wastes and other materials
  • Bilge water / waste oil operational management
  • Ship scrapping and recycling
  • Recent Developments
  • Methods of intervention
  • Objectives of surveying marine resources
  • Planning considerations: sites, stations and samples
  • Sample size and number, statistical requirements
  • Analysis tools and techniques
  • Compatibility of survey methodologies
  • ISO 14000 series, environmental management and recent developments
  • Contingency planning and emergency management
  • Marine pollution preparedness and response
  • Methods of intervention and clean-up technologies
  • Port reception facilities according to IMO
  • Human element: training and certification
  • United Nations Convention on Law of the Sea (UNCLOS III)
  • Accident investigation, reporting and surveys
  • Limitation of liability to compensate loss or damage resulting from polluting incidents
  • The involvement of Protection and Indemnity Clubs (P&I) and of the International Oil Pollution Compensation Funds (IOPCF)
  • Private industry schemes: Small Tanker Oil Pollution Indemnification Agreement (STOPIA), Tanker Oil Pollution Indemnification Agreement (TOPIA), and Offshore Pollution Liability Agreement (OPOL)
  • Criminal laibility of persons involved: crew, shipowner, charterer

Certificate and Accreditation

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career

At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.

Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.

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