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STCW training for seafarers, in Panama City

International Seafarers Training Institute

The International Seafarers Training Institute (ISTI) is a maritime training centre in Panama City, recognised by the Panama Maritime Authority. It teaches thirteen STCW courses, from basic safety to ship and port facility security, to merchant and fishing crews, state agencies and university students. Its instructors are serving and former maritime officers and firefighters.

Courses taught by people who have done the work, adapted to the client's vessels and procedures.

Seafarers in orange life jackets on a rescue boat drill at sea, seen from above
A line of seafarers in orange coveralls and helmets lined up for a drill on a tanker's deck
Seafarers in firefighting gear and breathing apparatus entering an accommodation passage during a drill

What ISTI teaches

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The thirteen courses

  1. 01
    Personal Survival Techniques
  2. 02
    Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
  3. 03
    Elementary First Aid
  4. 04
    Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
  5. 05
    Ship Security Officer
  6. 06
    Port Facility Security Officer
  7. 07
    Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
  8. 08
    Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
  9. 09
    Security Awareness Training for Port Facility Personnel
  10. 10
    Prevention of Piracy and Armed Robbery
  11. 11
    Dangerous, Hazardous and Harmful Cargoes
  12. 12
    Marine Environmental Awareness
  13. 13
    Leadership and Teamwork

ISTI’s credentials

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  1. Recognition

    Recognised maritime training centre

    Issued by
    Panama Maritime Authority
    Reference
    Resolution DGGM-CFM-028-2025
    Scope
    Courses follow STCW 1978, as amended, the IMO model courses and Resolutions ADM 105-2021 and ADM 063-2024.
    Validity
    Valid to 31 December 2027
    Held byInternational Seafarers Training Institute

  2. Certification

    ISO 9001:2015 certification

    GCL International and UKAS ISO 9001 certification mark, registration 91Q21403
    Issued by
    GCL International, under UKAS accreditation
    Reference
    ISO 9001:2015, 91Q21403
    Scope
    Quality Management System against the provisions of ISO 9001:2015 International Standard.
    Validity
    Valid from 20 July 2025 to 20 July 2028
    Held byInternational Seafarers Training Institute

Where ISTI teaches

In Panama City, on board when the course allows it, and at a distance where the Panama Maritime Authority has approved it.

Company details

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Legal name
International Seafarers Training Institute
Jurisdiction
Republic of Panama
Founded
2024
The IME Marine Group head office in La Boca, Balboa: a white building with a glass front and the group's sign over the door

Contact ISTI

Write with the course, the number of seafarers and the dates you have in mind.

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