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GAC Training & Service Solutions (GTSS) - Professional Maritime Training Programs


Petrochemical, Oil and Commodities & Simulation Training Programs in Cork, Ireland

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GAC Training & Service Solutions (GTSS) is provides specialized, high value, technologically advanced training courses and empowering professionals in the maritime, transport and commodity sectors. GTSS combines GAC’s global reach and more than 50 years of experience with the state-of-the-art facilities of the National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI) to provide cost saving, innovative and customized training solutions for seafarers and shorebased personnel.

GAC Training & Service Solutions is part of the GAC Group - a global shipping, logistics and marine services provider, with over 9,000 employees operating in 300 offices worldwide. In partnership with National Maritime College of Ireland, we provide expert delivery of a portfolio of training courses for both seafarers and shorebased shipping personnel.

GTSS courses are tailored to suit the specific training requirements of maritime companies and groups. Courses can take place at the NMCI, at the client’s premises or any other location, providing precisely tailored hands-on, simulation-based and academic solutions to suit each client’s needs, location and preferences.

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Training Programs

Petrochemical, Oil and Commodities Courses

  • A Complete Guide to Bunkering: This course is designed using the IMO Model Course 3.23 - Actions to be taken to prevent Acts of Piracy- to assist participants to recognize, prevent or mitigate piracy activity.
  • An Introduction to LNG (2 days):  This two day bespoke gas course is designed to give a structured introduction to Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
  • An Introduction to LPG (2 days): Whether you are a newcomer to the LPG industry, or already in the industry in need of a refresher this course to provides an overview of the most critical parts of the shipping and distribution of LPG
  • Dry Cargo Trading and Chartering (2 days): The dry Cargo Operations course provides basic and advanced knowledge of various key aspects of commercial, legal and practical shipping operations.
  • LNG Carrier Operations in Port (2 days): LNG terminal course focuses on the most critical part of the LNG Chain, the Ship to Shore interface and associated operations.
  • LPG Operations in Port (2 days): This course to provide an overview of the most critical parts of the shipping and distribution of LPG
  • Oil and Shipping Operations: Oil & Shipping Operations course to provide core skills for those new to oil operations or in need of re-training.
  • Seismic Replenishment at Sea (RAS) Operations: This course teaches the best practice for safe handling of support vessels carrying out replenishment at sea for seismic vessels.
  • Ship to Ship (STS) Transfer Operations (5 days): This STS Transfer Training is accessible and interactive, providing invaluable experience in Ship-to-Ship (STS) related handling.
  • Understanding Oil Tanker Operations in Port (2 days): This oil terminal training is offered to terminal personnel whose jobs require a close understanding of the operations and safety aspects of oil tanker operations.

Simulation Courses

  • Ship to Ship (STS) Transfer Commercial Training Course: This 1-2 day STS transfer course is delivered on demand to groups or companies.