DPTEG

In order to ensure that the scheme continues to meet current Industry needs, the Dynamic Positioning Training Executive Group (DPTEG) was established to facilitate communication and input from a broad range of stakeholders.

The group is a pan Industry forum of training providers, trade organizations and professional associations who have a remit or interest in DP training.

The remit of DPTEG is to review and develop the Nautical Institute DP Operator training scheme and to evaluate its effectiveness in providing the DP industry with competent DP Operators. It seeks to make decisions and to implement actions to improve the Nautical Institute DP training scheme, including certification criteria, DPO competency and training support.

DPTEG comprises of two groupings – Member organizations and observers.

Member organisations are:-

  • The Nautical Institute
  • Accredited DP training providers

Observers include, but are not restricted to:

  • International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA)
  • International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC)
  • International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)
  • Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF)

There are currently 60 accredited DP training centers and over 11,000 DP certificates have been issued

3 good reasons to join The Nautical Institute

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Improve your career prospects
There is a growing demand for professional body membership as part of job criteria. You'll also have the chance to meet prospective employers at events, seminars and conferences.

Learn for less
Enjoy a 30% discount on all Nautical Institute publications. We'll also send you our highly respected monthly journal Seaways, plus we'll support your continuing professional development (CPD).

Protect yourself against criminalisation
As a member of The Nautical Institute you'll be protected by legal defence insurance should you ever find yourself the subject of criminal proceedings in relation to your work.

Apply NOW and enjoy the same benefits as over 6,000 of your fellow maritime professionals at The Nautical Institute.

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