Category: Training-March

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10-11 – British Marine Electrical Technician BMET (Warwick)

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British Marine Electrical Technician BMET

Saltisford Canal Trust Ltd, Budbrooke Rd, Warwick, CV34 5RJ

10th & 11th March 2025

Overview

A two-day course based around the BMEEA Code of Practice, the industry-recommended standard. The course is designed to give candidates a general overview of the knowledge and skills required for a BMEEA-certified Marine Electrical Technician. All information and required knowledge used mainly with UK marine electric systems and follows not only the BMEEA Code of Practice and ISOs, but also the Recreational Craft Regulations (RCR).

This course is suitable for electrical engineers with at least one year’s experience, looking to further their knowledge, skills and gain a qualification in marine electrics.

Benefits of attending

  • Qualification BMEEA-certified Marine Electrical Technician, an industry-recognised qualification
  • Qualified to the BMEEA Code of Practice standard.
  • Training course and a qualification
  • BMEEA are industry leaders consistently updating the training to be internationally relevant.

What does the course cover?

Extensive information on everything individuals need to know about marine electrics, for carrying out electrical work on boats.

  • Health & Safety
  • AC & DC Circuits
  • Circuit Diagrams & Standard Conventions
  • Test & Measurement Equipment
  • Generators & Motors
  • Distribution Systems
  • Batteries & Charging Systems
  • Cables & Terminations
  • Exam

British Marine Electrics and Electronics Association (BMEEA) has launched an updated version of its Code of Practice.

Version 6 of the BMEEA Code of Practice contains important new information covering electric propulsion and photovoltaic systems.

The sixth edition of the Code is a significant update to its predecessor, encompassing the combination of the small craft DC and AC International Standards Organisation (ISO) standards into the single standard ISO 13297:2020. It also brings the International Standard for Electric Propulsion Systems ISO 16315:2016 into the Code, and offers additional guidance on the installation of photovoltaic (PV) systems.

Due to this update there is a price change to the BMET and MEI Electrical courses. If you have any questions or would like further information, please email Kitty- kjudd@britishmarine.co.uk

How much does the course cost?

BMET Electrical Member Fee | £680.20 +VAT 

BMET Electrical Non-Member Fee | £1,027.60 +VAT 

Bespoke courses available.

For more information on in-house BMET courses, please email vcrossley@britishmarine.co.uk

How to book:

Contact vcrossley@britishmarine.co.uk for more information on how to attend 

Click here to book

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17-18 – Abya Practical Yacht Brokers Course

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Abya Practical Yacht Brokers Course

Solent Hotel & Spa, Fareham

17-19 February 2025

Overview

A must attend for those looking for the next step in their yacht brokers journey.

Created in partnership between ABYA Academy and British Marine, this is a brokerage course not to be missed! Delivered by industry experts and giving you the inside track to success.

What does the course cover?

In-depth discussions will take place on the subjects of Marine Law, Anti-Money Laundering and Know Your Customer (KYC), Insurance, VAT, and Recreational Craft Directive (RCD); making sure attendees can demonstrate the knowledge and application of the necessary legal, financial, and tax documentation required to pass on a good legal title when brokering a vessel.

Other topics include:

  • Selling techniques
  • Conflict management
  • How to use social media and digital marketing to maximise sales
  • Details on selling new, used, and part exchange vessels, and the different financing options available to clients
  • Tricky negotiations towards the end of a sale
  • Sea trials and the IPV Code
  • The role the Marine Surveyor plays in the brokering process, including MCA coding and the selling of commercial vessels
  • Q&A session with an experienced broker. This industry expert will be available to share their decades of experience and answer any burning questions

The course also includes a sociable networking dinner (included in price).

How to book:

Contact events@ybdsa.co.uk for more information on how to attend 

View full course information on the ABYA Website

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