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Was it not your company that 3 guys jumped from the monkey island into the drink when attacked? and in the debrief it was a common reason that their contract had a clause that if they were taken hostage, their pay stopped? That may not be the case but if so, I find your comments above a bit rich.

I'm told that Horizon Security Solutions are the only providers north of the border. Worth a shout if you don't want the expense of travelling to the far south and doing the whole accommodation thing.

All noted and aware (see post 2). In brief the problem is having put guys through PDSD in the last year, a few have come back to do another day for SSO Cert (without STCW endorsement); the reason? their prospective employing company demands it. That is the point to this post, there needs to...

see http://www.dft.gov.uk/mca/ship_security_min_online_ver_20-12-12.pdf

see http://www.dft.gov.uk/mca/ship_security_min_online_ver_20-12-12.pdf

There seems to be some need for clarity on this matter on the forum. The Manila Agreement, according to the IMO should not be implemented by signatory states until Jan 2014, a fact acknowledged on the MCA webpages. In this respect, most maritime security providers, including SecureScot and...

There seems to be some need for clarity on this matter on the forum. The Manila Agreement, according to the IMO should not be implemented by signatory states until Jan 2014, a fact acknowledged on the MCA webpages. In this respect, most maritime security providers, including SecureScot and...

13 MarSec companies have lost their Sri Lankan Licence due to operatives 'unwinding'. The reputation of Brits abroad is getting noticed!

Somali pirates hijack Greek-owned chemical tanker | Agricultural Commodities | Reuters

Sounds like the IMO had a complete 'brain fart' in stating the obvious with worn-out corporate speak from the 90's!

A classic case of much chin scratching..... would love to be the SIO.

Hi RoyW, As a training provider, the MCA require a copy of your CV with relevant experience and certs submitted to them; they provide approval on a case by case basis. Some evidence of training ability is required and would recommend a C&G Cert in Providing Adult Learning as well as Delivery of...

Thanks to all who replied, from the responders who hold a UK S/G Licence we are happy that a successful candidate will emerge. Those whose CV/narrative did not indicate they are holders of a UK S/G Licence will recieve no reply, however we shall maintain your contacts for future taskings. This...

This is a deployment on a UK Registered Ship. 14-21 days. A suitably qualified CP Operator is required. He/she MUST hold a current UK Shotgun Licence. CV to info@securescot.com Thank you and good luck. Roger

Fair point Acropolis regarding the rescue opportunity and as neither of us were there we can only base our opinions on our own experience and what info we have at hand. I'll PM you with some further background which may fill in a few gaps. As for the Negs, yes of course money would change...