Managing Offshore Supply Vessels and Marine Logistics Operations Training Course
1Summary
Offshore energy projects depend on a constant, well-coordinated flow of vessels, equipment and supplies — a single delay in support vessel scheduling can stall an entire platform's operations for days. The Managing Offshore Supply Vessels and Marine Logistics Operations Training Course equips professionals with the practical skills needed to keep that flow moving: coordinating supply vessels, planning cargo movement, and managing the logistics chain that keeps offshore facilities running.
Delivered by Arab British Fellowship Training Academy under the Shipping, Maritime and Ports Training Courses specialization, this Management category programme builds hands-on capability in vessel coordination, oil and gas cargo logistics, and offshore resource planning. Participants leave able to plan supply schedules, manage marine operations under pressure, and apply safety and performance standards across the offshore logistics chain.
2Objectives and target group
- Identify the types and operational roles of offshore supply vessels, including platform supply vessels (PSVs) and anchor handling vessels.
- Plan and coordinate vessel scheduling alongside marine operations and offshore installations.
- Manage cargo, material transportation and supply planning for oil and gas logistics projects.
- Explain the structure of offshore logistics management and the responsibilities of logistics managers.
- Apply safety principles, risk assessment and emergency response planning in offshore support activities.
- Measure logistics performance and apply methods to improve vessel utilisation and reduce operational risk.
- Anticipate emerging trends shaping offshore maritime logistics management.
Target Audience
- Offshore supply vessel coordinators and marine operations professionals.
- Offshore logistics managers, supervisors and oil and gas logistics specialists.
- Port, terminal and marine project managers.
- Shipping and maritime management personnel involved in offshore support.
- Professionals working in offshore energy support activities.
- Individuals seeking career development within Shipping, Maritime and Ports Training Courses.
3Course Content
Module 1: Offshore Supply Vessels — Types, Functions and Operational Requirements
- Types and functions of offshore supply vessels.
- Platform supply vessels (PSVs) and anchor handling vessels.
- Vessel selection criteria and operational requirements.
- Managing vessel movements and support activities.
Module 2: Marine Operations, Scheduling and Vessel Coordination
- Managing daily marine operations and offshore installations.
- Vessel scheduling and operational planning.
- Communication between vessels, ports and offshore facilities.
- Monitoring operational efficiency and performance.
Module 3: Oil and Gas Cargo and Offshore Supply Chain Logistics
- Logistics requirements for offshore oil and gas projects.
- Supply planning, material transportation and inventory management.
- Cargo management and offshore delivery processes.
- Coordination between offshore facilities and shore bases.
Module 4: Offshore Logistics Management Fundamentals and Resource Planning
- Role of logistics management within offshore energy industries.
- Offshore supply chain structures and operational challenges.
- Equipment transportation, storage and resource optimisation.
- Key responsibilities of offshore logistics managers.
Module 5: Safety and Risk Management in Offshore Logistics
- Offshore maritime safety principles.
- Risk assessment in vessel operations.
- Emergency response planning.
- Compliance requirements for offshore activities.
Module 6: Logistics Performance, Efficiency and Future Trends
- Measuring logistics performance indicators.
- Improving vessel utilisation and operational productivity.
- Developing effective offshore logistics strategies.
- Future trends in offshore maritime logistics management.