Methanol / Ethanol as Fuel - Advanced Course (Including Bunkering)

The course is designed for Masters, Engineer Officers and personnel with immediate responsibility for the care and use of fuel and systems onboard ships using methanol / Ethanol as fuel. This course aims to provide the delegates with knowledge and understanding of safety protocols and operational guidelines to ensure Safe handling of Methanol / Ethanol in the Engine room and the safe and efficient operation of Methanol / Ethanol fuelled engines, and specific safety protocols and operational guidelines to ensure safe Bunkering of Methanol / Ethanol. This also includes Simulator training of operation of Methanol / Ethanol fueled engine and Methanol bunkering operation.

Successful completion of this course will enable participants to understand:

• The physical and chemical properties of Methanol / Ethanol fuel.
• The control and safety devices on Methanol / Ethanol fueled systems.
• Safe Operation of Equipment in the Machinery Spaces Hazard control.
• Methanol / Ethanol fuel systems onboard.
• Methanol / Ethanol hazards and prevention.
• Methanol / Ethanol Bunkering operation.
• Pollution from Methanol / Ethanol release and Compliance with legislative requirements.

Masters, Engineer Officers, Shore personnel responsible for operation of Methanol / Ethanol fuelled ships.

Classroom and Simulator.

Lecture and Power Point Presentations, Training Videos and Group Discussions.

IGF Code, Guide for Methanol Fueled Vessels by ABS, Lloyds & B, Methanol as a Marine fuel – Safety Handbook, Study on the identification of specific competences for seafarers on ships using alternative fuels and energy systems – By European Maritime Safety Agency dated 12/12/2024, IMO HTW 12/WP.6 26 Feb 2026.

3 days.

Pre and Post course assessment.

MTC Course Certificate on successful completion of course and summative assessment

This course is regularly offered by our Maritime Training Centres. If you are a BSM seafarer, please contact your local Crew Service Centre (CSC) to learn about the next available course dates. For new seafarers and companies, please click on the 'Request Information' button below, fill and submit the online form. One of our team members will contact you as soon as possible.