Lowestoft has a proud maritime heritage and long-established links to both the maritime and energy industries, making it an ideal location for specialist maritime education and training. East Coast Energy Training Academy delivers a comprehensive range of maritime courses designed to support individuals and employers across the marine, offshore and renewable energy sectors. Our programmes help learners develop the skills, knowledge and qualifications required to operate safely, effectively and within a variety of maritime environments.

The academy specialist maritime provision attracts learners from both the UK and overseas, particularly those seeking STCW certificates of competency accredited by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). Through high-quality instruction and industry-relevant training, we support maritime professionals at every stage of their careers, from those entering the sector to experienced seafarers looking to enhance their qualifications and progress into more senior roles.

East Coast Energy Training Academy is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that provide realistic, hands-on learning experiences. These include Navigation Bridge Simulation, Electronic Navigation simulators, Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) simulators. Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) simulators and Oil Tanker simulators. Learners can also benefit from Survival at Sea training within a dedicated environmental pool, where a range of severe weather conditions can be safely simulated to prepare delegates for real-life survival situations at sea.

To further enhance training opportunities, the academy delivers international, national and regional maritime programmes using advanced Kongsberg simulator technology. These industry-leading simulators provide realistic operational scenarios that help learners strengthen descision-making, communication, navigation and vessel-handling skills in an controlled environment.

If you are pursuing STCW certification, maritime safety qualifications, navigation training or professional development within the marine and offshore sectors, East Coast Energy Training Academy provides industry-focused maritime training designed to support career progression, operational excellence and future needs of the maritime industry.

Courses

Advanced Maritime Pilot Simulation Course

Advanced Maritime Pilot Simulation Course: View Course

Advanced Ship Handling Simulation Course

Advanced Ship Handling Simulation Course: View Course

Advanced Tug Handling Simulation Course

Advanced Tug Handling Simulation Course: View Course

ASD Tug Handling Simulator Course (Basic)

ASD Tug Handling Simulator Course (Basic): View Course

Azimuth Propulsion Simulation Training (Supply Boats)

Azimuth Propulsion Simulation Training (Supply Boats): View Course

Bridge Resources Management

Bridge Resources Management: View Course

Bridge Team Management

Bridge Team Management: View Course

ECDIS – Electronic Chart Display & Information Systems

ECDIS – Electronic Chart Display & Information Systems: View Course

EDH – Efficient Deck Hand

EDH – Efficient Deck Hand: View Course

EFA – Elementary First Aid, Maritime

EFA – Elementary First Aid, Maritime: View Course

Emergency Ship Handling Simulator Course

Emergency Ship Handling Simulator Course: View Course

FPSO Tandem Mooring Simulator Course

FPSO Tandem Mooring Simulator Course: View Course

GMDSS General Operating Certificate (GOC)

GMDSS General Operating Certificate (GOC): View Course

GMDSS Restricted Operating Certificate (ROC)

GMDSS Restricted Operating Certificate (ROC): View Course

Handling Large Ships in Ports Simulator Course

Handling Large Ships in Ports Simulator Course: View Course

Human Element Leadership & Management (Management Level) HELM M

Human Element Leadership & Management (Management Level) HELM M: View Course

Lifejacket Training and Maritime Safety

Lifejacket Training and Maritime Safety: View Course

Maritime Pilot Simulator Course (Basic)

Maritime Pilot Simulator Course (Basic): View Course

Master (200GT) Oral Preparation Course

Master (200GT) Oral Preparation Course: View Course

Master Unlimited STCW Reg 11/2 Oral Exam (Prep Course)

Master Unlimited STCW Reg 11/2 Oral Exam (Prep Course): View Course

MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC 1)

MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC 1): View Course

MCA Small Workboat Stability Course

MCA Small Workboat Stability Course: View Course

Medical Care Aboard Ship

Medical Care Aboard Ship: View Course

Medical Care Aboard Ship (Refresher)

Medical Care Aboard Ship (Refresher): View Course

Medical First Aid Aboard Ship

Medical First Aid Aboard Ship: View Course

NAEST Operational (Navigation Aids & Equipment Simulator Training)

NAEST Operational (Navigation Aids & Equipment Simulator Training): View Course

Personal Survival Techniques (PST)

Personal Survival Techniques (PST): View Course

Pilot Transfer Training

Pilot Transfer Training: View Course

Ship-to-Ship Transfer Simulator Course (Basic)

Ship-to-Ship Transfer Simulator Course (Basic): View Course

Shipboard Safety Officer

Shipboard Safety Officer: View Course

Single Buoy Mooring Simulator Course

Single Buoy Mooring Simulator Course: View Course

Small Ships Electronic Charting System / Bridge Watchkeeping and Meteorology

Small Ships Electronic Charting System / Bridge Watchkeeping and Meteorology: View Course

Specialist Tanker Training (Oil)

Specialist Tanker Training (Oil): View Course

Tanker Familiarisation

Tanker Familiarisation: View Course

Proudly Working With…

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  • 3sun Group
  • AST
  • Baker Hughes - a GE Company
  • Berry M&H
  • Birds Eye
  • BP
  • Cefas
  • CLS Global Solutions
  • CWind Training
  • Dalby Offshore
  • Department for Work & Pensions
  • EC ITB
  • EDF Energy
  • EEEGR - East of England Energy Group
  • Galloper Wind Farm
  • Gardline
  • Global Marine
  • Global Wind Service
  • Halliburton
  • James Fisher
  • Kongsberg
  • Maritime & Coastguard Agency
  • Mitsubishi Electric
  • MNTB - Merchant Navy Training Board
  • Neptune Energy
  • NSAN
  • ODE - A DORiS Group Company
  • OPITO
  • Perenco
  • Petrofac
  • Proserv
  • RPC M&H Plastics
  • RWE
  • Safests
  • Scottish Power Renewables
  • SEACOR Marine LLC
  • Seajacks
  • Shell
  • Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
  • Smurfit Kappa
  • SSE
  • SSTG - Ship Safe Training Group
  • The Ogden Trust
  • Turner Iceni
  • UK Power Networks
  • Unilever Food Solutions
  • Vattenfall