Portsmouth’s Maritime Skills Academy to offer training simulations to Red Funnel

The Maritime Skills Academy (MSA) in Portsmouth has announced a three-year training partnership with Red Funnel, which operates ferries between Southampton and the Isle of Wight.

Staff at Red Funnel will have access to MSA’s full-mission 270-degree bridge simulator, which can recreate a variety of potential scenarios by drawing from a library of ship models and port areas. The software offers training for both high-speed and car ferry routes.

Leanna Lakes, Operations Director for Red Funnel, said: “The bridge resource management (BRM) courses are focused on standardising our procedures and ensuring our deck officers and deck crew continue to develop their expertise.

“It’s a world-leading facility and the team at MSA have worked with us to create a bespoke BRM course that reflects our procedures and area of operation. Our team will benefit greatly from this new simulator and the variety of exercises available, which are vital to keep our crew and passengers safe on their journeys with Red Funnel.”

The firm joins a portfolio of clients for MSA which includes Carnival Cruises, Windstar Cruises, P&O Ferries, and Virgin Voyages.

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