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Nautical Institute Singapore Application Form The world's leading international professional body for qualified mariners ! Singapore Development Contact OUR MISSION The Nautical Institute's council intends: "To provide the strongest possible professional focus, dedicated to improving standards of those in control of seagoing craft, while maintaining the Institute as an international centre of nautical excellence." OBJECTIVES The objects of "The Nautical Institute" shall be to promote and co-ordinate in the public interest the development of nautical studies in all its branches and in the furtherance thereof but not otherwise to: Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those in control of seagoing craft including non-displacement craft. Facilitate the exchange and publication of information and ideas on nautical science, to encourage research therein and to publish the results thereof. Establish and maintain appropriate educational and professional standards of membership. Co-operate with Government Departments and other bodies concerned with statutory and other qualifications, and with universities and other educational institutes and authorities in the furtherance of education and training in nautical science and practice. Encourage the formation of Branches and professional groups in different Areas and in Territories Overseas. MEMBERSHIP Membership in grades appropriate to qualifications is available to all individuals of any nationality. Full Membership MNl is awarded to holders of an unlimited foreign-going master's certificate from a recognised marine administration, coastal masters with five years in command, pilots with a first class licence and three years as a first class pilot and those holding naval command qualifications. Associate Membership AMNI is awarded to those who hold foreign going watchkeeping certificates. Associate is the grade awarded to those with coastal watchkeeping certificates. Companion is the grade awarded to anybody who has an interest in the activities of the Institute but who does not hold nautical qualifications. Student membership is available to those studying to become Associates or Associate Members. A more detailed specification of membership grades and subscription requirements appears on the Membership page. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP The benefits of joining the Institute can be summarised as follows:- SEAWAYS will be sent to you monthly by airmail without extra charge 30% discount is given to members on all Nautical Institute publications. Less tangible but no less important, the Institute keeps members up to date Provides a branch structure for meetings and social events Membership confers professional recognition The Institute provides an exclusive collection of self study programmes for those seeking career development Provides the only international confidential marine accident reporting scheme MARS whose results are Published monthly in SEAWAYS Reduced fees for conferences and schemes are given to members. The Institute actively promotes high standards at sea supported by a code of ethics; it encourages interaction between all maritime disciplines and fosters "the fellowship of the sea". By joining, you will gain access to this resource and in so doing will contribute to the nautical profession through this international not for profit Organisation. ACHIEVEMENTS The Nautical Institute is now a thriving international professional body for qualified mariners with 38 branches worldwide and over 7,000 members in over 70 countries. It is perhaps best known for the quality of its practical guides. For example, in response to an industry-wide demand for higher standards of bridge watchkeeping, the Institute produced Bridge Team Management and Bridge Watchkeeping . The guides developed their themes around these activities, checking, monitoring, controlling and recording. They recognise that it is human to make errors and because of this, errors need managing. Bulk Carrier Practice is a book which has received international acclaim for its practical and detailed advice on operating this type of vessel. This Nautical Institute publication provides the most authoritative information available in the industry and it has been gratifying to see sections quoted in the IMO. The International Association of Classification Societies has also considered carefully the advice given by the Institute and has agreed to promulgate rule changes to improve safety. With the development of The High Speed Craft Code in the IMO it was desirable to provide guidance for officers based upon the accumulated wisdom of current operational practices. As there are more high speed craft being built in relation to those in service than any other class of ship, it is timely to be able to make available an excellent manual for officers appointed to these craft. Safety has been a theme linking all members in a common sense of professional purpose. However, until The Nautical Institute produced its authoritative book on The Management of Safety in Shipping , there were no ready sources of reference where a new superintendent could acquire an insight into the different facets of safety management. The new edition, just published, embraces the International Ship Management Code. COMMERCIAL STANDARDS Whilst a ship aground earns no freight a bankrupt company does not trade. As mentioned in the 1994 Annual Report of Council, published in the May '95 issue of SEAWAYS , safety has rightly received its share of attention. Response however is very much confined to mandatory minimum standards which exclude any reference to commercial enterprise. To redress this balance, the Institute published a valuable study conducted by a working group in the Newcastle area of the UK on The Mariner's Role in Collecting Evidence . This slim volume is an excellent aide memoire for the mariner because it explains in detail what information the owner and his P&I Club need to minimise the consequences of a claim following damages. The aim of good commercial management must be to avoid claims and with that in mind and sponsored by the UK P&I Club the Institute is developing Watchkeeping in Port , a book to establish good habits of cargo care. Also published is Commercial Management for Shipmasters - a major title with the potential to enhance the efficiency of the industry. In 1997 the Institute produced Managing Safety and Quality in Shipping . These examples demonstrate how the Institute works to fulfil a professional need for information and services which would otherwise not be available. PROFESSIONAL BRIEFINGS - CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS Institute members are serviced by the monthly journal SEAWAYS . It enjoys a circulation considerably wider than the immediate membership and is therefore an ideal vehicle to carry the Institute's confidential marine accident reports, under the heading MARS . This service is freely available and is provided to enable all readers to share their experiences, particularly where a near-miss or potential hazard has occurred. In civil aviation, such a service is paid for by the authorities, but no such facility exists for international shipping and the Institute has done more than any other Organisation to fulfil this need for information which alerts everybody to potential dangers. Definitive guidance often requires a substantial paper to explain underlying principles and the consequences of bad practices. To meet this need, the Institute publishes occasional briefing papers. They are widely disseminated throughout the industry and are made available to members free of charge. Some of the subjects covered to date include:- Written communications in shipping A vessel engaged in fishing Passage planning Radar detectability and collision risk Towards a code of ethics The United Nations Law of the Sea Convention The development of Maritime Commercial Practice BRANCHES A particular advantage in having a professional Institute is that it can actively link in its membership through a worldwide branch network . Branches discharge three valuable functions. They:- Provide a local forum through which individuals can exchange views. Enable talks and lectures to take place to keep local members up to date. Facilitate communication with headquarters and supply material to the journal which informs the profession as a whole about developments around the world. Additionally, some branches hold seminars and conferences of fundamental importance and the proceedings can then be made available through headquarters. Branch committees in UN designated developing countries also discharge another obligation which is to verify the status of local applicants, seeking a reduced subscription related to their income. CAREER DEVELOPMENT The Nautical Institute was the first professional Organisation to give formal recognition to the fact that nautical expertise is the foundation for many support services in shipping and that an individual needs to be able to develop a career path with confidence and competence. The main break points identified by the specialist working groups have been:- Preparation for command at sea Preparation for Pilotage Preparation to become a Nautical Surveyor Preparation to become a Harbour Master Preparation to become a Lecturer or Trainer Each of these subject areas is covered by an authoritative text book and a distance learning course marked by an experienced examiner leading to a Certificate or Diploma. The foundation for all economic activity is management, and the Institute offers eight modules in Personal Management Effectiveness covering planning, delegating, controlling, coaching, running meetings, problem solving, managing time, leading and motivating. Any member anywhere in the world feeling isolated and wishing to pursue professional career development can contact the Institute and receive encouragement and support. REPRESENTATION The authority of the Institute is such that it is increasingly being consulted on nautical matters. This includes representation on governmental committees, standards institutions, industry committees, press, radio and television. The Institute is asked to provide speakers at international conferences and representatives to join national delegations at IMO. The branch network ensures that Institute policy and good practice is shared in other countries and, as has been alluded to before, representatives from overseas influence the standards and recommendations developed by the Institute. Additionally the Institute's journal SEAWAYS is often quoted in the international shipping press and many college lecturers use Institute material for teaching purposes. Such promulgation of nautical opinion cannot be quantified but there can be no doubt that the Institute and the standards it seeks to uphold are respected and valued internationally. NAVAL INVOLVEMENT The armed services are essential elements of national security and as such their resourcing and deployment are ordained by political considerations. Because of this navies are self-contained, professional and operate according to defence or strategic imperatives. With successive reductions in defence spending there is little opportunity for naval officers to meet merchant naval personnel and understand the methods of working on commercial vessels. The Falklands crisis emphasised the inter-dependence of naval and commercial ships. The Gulf War provided the need for escorts, the blockade of Iraq and Bosnia by the UN means that naval vessels are patrolling the seas and communicating with merchant ships daily. Naval training and operational methods frequently encompass valuable techniques which are transferable. In similar vein, the control of merchant ships, inventories and cargo systems have elements which can be applied to naval systems. Increasingly, merchant vessels are being used as naval auxiliaries because of cost considerations and The Nautical Institute has been active in recognising the need for the professional exchange of views between the civil and military users of the sea. SEAWAYS Now recognised as one of the leading maritime journals, SEAWAYS is sent out to all members monthly. It is the international journal of The Nautical Institute and has the most vibrant professional correspondence section to be found anywhere in the industry. The vitality of the journal is shared by those who contribute to it and those who read it. It is designed to advance high professional standards and promote fellowship within the profession. This is achieved through contributions and debate directed at a practical seafaring level, designed to improve the safe and efficient operation of ships. SEAWAYS is the vehicle which links professionals worldwide and enables members to be kept up-to-date with changes in legislation, new books, charts and announcements. It is the source of new ideas and a steadying influence on impractical proposals. Whether it is branch activities, forthcoming conferences, people and places, editorial or reports, SEAWAYS has consistently provided a publication which is enjoyed and respected, as the essence of nautical opinion. The journal is provided free to all members and is sent by airmail overseas. SETTING STANDARDS The Institute is directed by a Council, two-thirds of whom must be seagoing. Council is supported by five committees, each with specialist functions which are: Finance & General Purposes, Papers and Technical, Education and Training, Membership and Fellowship. Working Groups are set up whenever there is a need and there is a direct link between the Council and the branches. All membership applications are considered by the membership committee which has a tightly controlled system for deciding mutual recognition of certificates of competency. For any applicant to be elected into membership, the individual must have a qualification from a recognised national administration. Secondary certificates from flags of convenience are not recognised by the Institute, neither are countries where corrupt practices are known to devalue certification standards. All members are requested to uphold the highest standards of qualification and integrity. It is this shared view which makes the Institute worth supporting and Council asks all members to play their part in bringing the Institute to the attention of all who share the same interest. Membership of the Institute implies adherence to the Institutes " Code of Ethics" which is an accepted standard of conduct and behaviour well respected by individuals and organisations throughout the world. Home Nautical Institute Singapore Application Form The world's leading international professional body for qualified mariners ! Singapore Development Contact OUR MISSION The Nautical Institute's council intends: "To provide the strongest possible professional focus, dedicated to improving standards of those in control of seagoing craft, while maintaining the Institute as an international centre of nautical excellence." OBJECTIVES The objects of "The Nautical Institute" shall be to promote and co-ordinate in the public interest the development of nautical studies in all its branches and in the furtherance thereof but not otherwise to: Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those in control of seagoing craft including non-displacement craft. Facilitate the exchange and publication of information and ideas on nautical science, to encourage research therein and to publish the results thereof. Establish and maintain appropriate educational and professional standards of membership. Co-operate with Government Departments and other bodies concerned with statutory and other qualifications, and with universities and other educational institutes and authorities in the furtherance of education and training in nautical science and practice. Encourage the formation of Branches and professional groups in different Areas and in Territories Overseas. MEMBERSHIP Membership in grades appropriate to qualifications is available to all individuals of any nationality. Full Membership MNl is awarded to holders of an unlimited foreign-going master's certificate from a recognised marine administration, coastal masters with five years in command, pilots with a first class licence and three years as a first class pilot and those holding naval command qualifications. Associate Membership AMNI is awarded to those who hold foreign going watchkeeping certificates. Associate is the grade awarded to those with coastal watchkeeping certificates. Companion is the grade awarded to anybody who has an interest in the activities of the Institute but who does not hold nautical qualifications. Student membership is available to those studying to become Associates or Associate Members. A more detailed specification of membership grades and subscription requirements appears on the Membership page. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP The benefits of joining the Institute can be summarised as follows:- SEAWAYS will be sent to you monthly by airmail without extra charge 30% discount is given to members on all Nautical Institute publications. Less tangible but no less important, the Institute keeps members up to date Provides a branch structure for meetings and social events Membership confers professional recognition The Institute provides an exclusive collection of self study programmes for those seeking career development Provides the only international confidential marine accident reporting scheme MARS whose results are Published monthly in SEAWAYS Reduced fees for conferences and schemes are given to members. The Institute actively promotes high standards at sea supported by a code of ethics; it encourages interaction between all maritime disciplines and fosters "the fellowship of the sea". By joining, you will gain access to this resource and in so doing will contribute to the nautical profession through this international not for profit Organisation. ACHIEVEMENTS The Nautical Institute is now a thriving international professional body for qualified mariners with 38 branches worldwide and over 7,000 members in over 70 countries. It is perhaps best known for the quality of its practical guides. For example, in response to an industry-wide demand for higher standards of bridge watchkeeping, the Institute produced Bridge Team Management and Bridge Watchkeeping . The guides developed their themes around these activities, checking, monitoring, controlling and recording. They recognise that it is human to make errors and because of this, errors need managing. Bulk Carrier Practice is a book which has received international acclaim for its practical and detailed advice on operating this type of vessel. This Nautical Institute publication provides the most authoritative information available in the industry and it has been gratifying to see sections quoted in the IMO. The International Association of Classification Societies has also considered carefully the advice given by the Institute and has agreed to promulgate rule changes to improve safety. With the development of The High Speed Craft Code in the IMO it was desirable to provide guidance for officers based upon the accumulated wisdom of current operational practices. As there are more high speed craft being built in relation to those in service than any other class of ship, it is timely to be able to make available an excellent manual for officers appointed to these craft. Safety has been a theme linking all members in a common sense of professional purpose. However, until The Nautical Institute produced its authoritative book on The Management of Safety in Shipping , there were no ready sources of reference where a new superintendent could acquire an insight into the different facets of safety management. The new edition, just published, embraces the International Ship Management Code. COMMERCIAL STANDARDS Whilst a ship aground earns no freight a bankrupt company does not trade. As mentioned in the 1994 Annual Report of Council, published in the May '95 issue of SEAWAYS , safety has rightly received its share of attention. Response however is very much confined to mandatory minimum standards which exclude any reference to commercial enterprise. To redress this balance, the Institute published a valuable study conducted by a working group in the Newcastle area of the UK on The Mariner's Role in Collecting Evidence . This slim volume is an excellent aide memoire for the mariner because it explains in detail what information the owner and his P&I Club need to minimise the consequences of a claim following damages. The aim of good commercial management must be to avoid claims and with that in mind and sponsored by the UK P&I Club the Institute is developing Watchkeeping in Port , a book to establish good habits of cargo care. Also published is Commercial Management for Shipmasters - a major title with the potential to enhance the efficiency of the industry. In 1997 the Institute produced Managing Safety and Quality in Shipping . These examples demonstrate how the Institute works to fulfil a professional need for information and services which would otherwise not be available. PROFESSIONAL BRIEFINGS - CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS Institute members are serviced by the monthly journal SEAWAYS . It enjoys a circulation considerably wider than the immediate membership and is therefore an ideal vehicle to carry the Institute's confidential marine accident reports, under the heading MARS . This service is freely available and is provided to enable all readers to share their experiences, particularly where a near-miss or potential hazard has occurred. In civil aviation, such a service is paid for by the authorities, but no such facility exists for international shipping and the Institute has done more than any other Organisation to fulfil this need for information which alerts everybody to potential dangers. Definitive guidance often requires a substantial paper to explain underlying principles and the consequences of bad practices. To meet this need, the Institute publishes occasional briefing papers. They are widely disseminated throughout the industry and are made available to members free of charge. Some of the subjects covered to date include:- Written communications in shipping A vessel engaged in fishing Passage planning Radar detectability and collision risk Towards a code of ethics The United Nations Law of the Sea Convention The development of Maritime Commercial Practice BRANCHES A particular advantage in having a professional Institute is that it can actively link in its membership through a worldwide branch network . Branches discharge three valuable functions. They:- Provide a local forum through which individuals can exchange views. Enable talks and lectures to take place to keep local members up to date. Facilitate communication with headquarters and supply material to the journal which informs the profession as a whole about developments around the world. Additionally, some branches hold seminars and conferences of fundamental importance and the proceedings can then be made available through headquarters. Branch committees in UN designated developing countries also discharge another obligation which is to verify the status of local applicants, seeking a reduced subscription related to their income. CAREER DEVELOPMENT The Nautical Institute was the first professional Organisation to give formal recognition to the fact that nautical expertise is the foundation for many support services in shipping and that an individual needs to be able to develop a career path with confidence and competence. The main break points identified by the specialist working groups have been:- Preparation for command at sea Preparation for Pilotage Preparation to become a Nautical Surveyor Preparation to become a Harbour Master Preparation to become a Lecturer or Trainer Each of these subject areas is covered by an authoritative text book and a distance learning course marked by an experienced examiner leading to a Certificate or Diploma. The foundation for all economic activity is management, and the Institute offers eight modules in Personal Management Effectiveness covering planning, delegating, controlling, coaching, running meetings, problem solving, managing time, leading and motivating. Any member anywhere in the world feeling isolated and wishing to pursue professional career development can contact the Institute and receive encouragement and support. REPRESENTATION The authority of the Institute is such that it is increasingly being consulted on nautical matters. This includes representation on governmental committees, standards institutions, industry committees, press, radio and television. The Institute is asked to provide speakers at international conferences and representatives to join national delegations at IMO. The branch network ensures that Institute policy and good practice is shared in other countries and, as has been alluded to before, representatives from overseas influence the standards and recommendations developed by the Institute. Additionally the Institute's journal SEAWAYS is often quoted in the international shipping press and many college lecturers use Institute material for teaching purposes. Such promulgation of nautical opinion cannot be quantified but there can be no doubt that the Institute and the standards it seeks to uphold are respected and valued internationally. NAVAL INVOLVEMENT The armed services are essential elements of national security and as such their resourcing and deployment are ordained by political considerations. Because of this navies are self-contained, professional and operate according to defence or strategic imperatives. With successive reductions in defence spending there is little opportunity for naval officers to meet merchant naval personnel and understand the methods of working on commercial vessels. The Falklands crisis emphasised the inter-dependence of naval and commercial ships. The Gulf War provided the need for escorts, the blockade of Iraq and Bosnia by the UN means that naval vessels are patrolling the seas and communicating with merchant ships daily. Naval training and operational methods frequently encompass valuable techniques which are transferable. In similar vein, the control of merchant ships, inventories and cargo systems have elements which can be applied to naval systems. Increasingly, merchant vessels are being used as naval auxiliaries because of cost considerations and The Nautical Institute has been active in recognising the need for the professional exchange of views between the civil and military users of the sea. SEAWAYS Now recognised as one of the leading maritime journals, SEAWAYS is sent out to all members monthly. It is the international journal of The Nautical Institute and has the most vibrant professional correspondence section to be found anywhere in the industry. The vitality of the journal is shared by those who contribute to it and those who read it. It is designed to advance high professional standards and promote fellowship within the profession. This is achieved through contributions and debate directed at a practical seafaring level, designed to improve the safe and efficient operation of ships. SEAWAYS is the vehicle which links professionals worldwide and enables members to be kept up-to-date with changes in legislation, new books, charts and announcements. It is the source of new ideas and a steadying influence on impractical proposals. Whether it is branch activities, forthcoming conferences, people and places, editorial or reports, SEAWAYS has consistently provided a publication which is enjoyed and respected, as the essence of nautical opinion. The journal is provided free to all members and is sent by airmail overseas. SETTING STANDARDS The Institute is directed by a Council, two-thirds of whom must be seagoing. Council is supported by five committees, each with specialist functions which are: Finance & General Purposes, Papers and Technical, Education and Training, Membership and Fellowship. Working Groups are set up whenever there is a need and there is a direct link between the Council and the branches. All membership applications are considered by the membership committee which has a tightly controlled system for deciding mutual recognition of certificates of competency. For any applicant to be elected into membership, the individual must have a qualification from a recognised national administration. Secondary certificates from flags of convenience are not recognised by the Institute, neither are countries where corrupt practices are known to devalue certification standards. All members are requested to uphold the highest standards of qualification and integrity. It is this shared view which makes the Institute worth supporting and Council asks all members to play their part in bringing the Institute to the attention of all who share the same interest. Membership of the Institute implies adherence to the Institutes " Code of Ethics" which is an accepted standard of conduct and behaviour well respected by individuals and organisations throughout the world. Home Capt. R . Janardhanan (Fellow) has moved back to Mumbai from his post at Singapore Maritime Academy . He is now Safety and Quality Auditor for the Eurasia Group of Companies. Newsletter Latest Events in Singapore MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES Fellow (FNI) Must have held positions of superior responsibilityfor at least 3 years, been a member (MNI) for at least 5 yearsand made a significant contribution to the profession, nauticalscience or the objects of the Institute. Member (MNI) To be elected a MEMBERthe Candidate must satisfy Council as to his/her professionalqualifications and that he/she: (i) Is at least 24 years old, and (ii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterwith no limitations concerning vessel size or trading area; or (iii) Holds an equivalent pre-STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competencyissued by an approved maritime administration on the basis ofexamination; or (iv) Holds Ocean-going Ship Command qualifications from a naval(military) administration; or (v) Holds a First Class Licence issued by a recognised pilotageauthority and three years experience as a First Class Pilot; or (vi) An officer qualified as an Associate Member on the basisof holding a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterof vessels of 500 gt or more and no trading area limits with fiveyears in command of sophisticated ships *; or (vii) An officer qualified as an Associate Member on the basisof holding a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterof vessels of 500 gt or more with trading area limits who hasbeen in command of ships of more than 3000 gt for over five years*; or (viii) An officer qualified as an Associate Member who holds anapproved maritime studies degree from a recognised Universityand has five years relevant experience in the maritime industrysince graduation **; or (ix) Holds other qualifications approved by Council for membership. Associate Member (AMNI) To be elected as anASSOCIATE MEMBER the Candidate must satisfy Council as to his/herprofessional qualifications and that he/she: (i) Is at least 21 years old, and (ii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterwith tonnage and/or trading area limitations; or (iii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as ChiefMate; or (iv) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Officerin charge of a navigational watch with no trading area limitations;or (v) Holds an equivalent pre-STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competencyon the basis of examination; or (vi) Holds a naval (military) Bridge Watchkeeping Certificateand Ocean Navigation Certificate; or (vii) Holds other qualifications approved by Council for thispurpose. Associate To be elected an ASSOCIATEthe Candidate must satisfy Council as to his/her professionalqualifications and that he/she: (i) Is at least 18 years old, and (ii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Officerin charge of a navigational watch with trading area limitations;or (iii) Holds an equivalent pre-STCW'78/'95 Certificate of Competencyon the basis of examination; or (iv) Holds a naval (military) Bridge Watchkeeping Certificate;or (v) Holds other qualifications approved by Council for this purpose. Companion (CNI) A non-voting categoryof membership for any person, such as a naval architect, marineengineer, lawyer, or yachtsman, not being a qualified member ofthe Nautical Profession, who satisfies Council that his/her associationwith the Institute will promote the general advancement or applicationof nautical science. Student Must be at least 16years of age and undertaking a course of training or educationapproved by Council. Duration of student membership is limitedto three years and the student must intend to become an AssociateMember or Companion of the Institute on completion of his/hercourse of study. Notwithstanding thecriteria set out above, Council reserves the right in the maintenanceof professional standards to consider all applications for membershipon their merits and its decision shall be final. * Officers joining underthe criteria relating to command must include photocopies of theirCertificate of Competency and Discharge Book entries to verifytheir sea time, rank and ship size. ** Graduates must supply written evidence of their employmentand a copy of their degree. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP The presence and influence of The NauticalInstitute confers professional standing on seafarers and thosewith nautical qualifications. Seaways is the monthly journalwhich links members and provides the opportunity to keep up-to-dateand share ideas as well as reinforce the sense of belonging tothe fellowship of the sea. The Confidential Marine Accident Reports(MARS) are offered as a service to all. They are translated intofour languages and distributed globally. All members are encouragedto participate in this scheme and the reports are widely usedin safety training. The Institute has over 7,000 members and40 plus branches worldwide. The strength of purpose which hasenabled the Institute to gain its pre-eminence since it was foundedin 1971 can be summarised in the statement:- "If we needto improve our professional image we must do it ourselves".The Nautical Institute is the way forward in this continuing need,so join now: To be recognised as a professional To keep up-to-date and learn about other parts of the industry. To receive Seaways. To purchase Institute publications with a 30% discount. To contribute to professional standards and the work of the Institute. To participate in branch activities, seminars and conferences. To have the opportunity to follow career development programmes. To belong to an organisation with shared values which venerates the seafarer and respects the sea. To have access to the international network of professionals that is The Nautical Institute. FEES Entrance Fees andAnnual Subscription Membership Category Joining Fee Annual Subscription Hon. Fellow Nil Nil Fellow (FNI) Nil £113 Member (MNI) £20 £98 Associate Member (AMNI) £20 £81 Associate £20 £76 Companion (CNI) £20 £98 Student Nil £17 Members working ashore in developingcountries may apply for a reduced subscription of £49 p.a. Retired members may also apply for a reduced subscription of £49p.a. In the UK, subscriptions are allowable for tax purposes. Monthly journal Seaways is free to all members and wouldcost £65 to outside subscribers. APPLICATION An Application Form is available whichcan be filled in on-screen, printed and mailed to the Institute.Please send it to the address printed on the form along with theRegistration Fee and the first years Subscription. Membership The Nautical Institute ( London) Maritime Pilots Association (Singapore) PSA Marine Pte Ltd Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) The Port Officers' Union Links Nautical Institute (Singapore) Registration Form. Please CLICK ON THIS LINK TO REGISTER ON-LINE . You may wish to PRINT out the form and FAX it or Post it by MAIL to:- All cheques should be made payable to:- The Nautical Institute Singapore 133 Hemmant Road #03-14 Versailles,Singapore 438686 Tel No.65-68443040 Fax.65-67412051 Subscribe to THE NAUTICAL INSTITUTE - (SINGAPORE) Mailing List Do you want to subscribe to the Nautical Institue Singapore Email Newsletter? Use the form below to subscribe to our mailing list. Your email address will be kept private and will not be sold or rented to third parties. Name: * Email: * Membership Number: * Company Name: Address: * Zip: Country: * Phone: * To UNSUBSCRIBE please send an Email to the Webmaster ! Singapore Development Contact Notice to Members in Singapore. All NI Members are requested to Subscribe to our Mailing List.This is to ensure that they will be kept up to date of all new developments,meeting,seminars and other NI activities. Members Mailing List UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Capt.N.J.Kortiwala MNI Tel No.65-68443040 Email Singapore About us The Nautical Institute ( London) Maritime Pilots Association (Singapore) PSA Marine Pte Ltd Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) The Port Officers' Union Links Nautical Institute Singapore Application Form The world's leading international professional body for qualified mariners ! Singapore Development Contact OUR MISSION The Nautical Institute's council intends: "To provide the strongest possible professional focus, dedicated to improving standards of those in control of seagoing craft, while maintaining the Institute as an international centre of nautical excellence." OBJECTIVES The objects of "The Nautical Institute" shall be to promote and co-ordinate in the public interest the development of nautical studies in all its branches and in the furtherance thereof but not otherwise to: Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those in control of seagoing craft including non-displacement craft. Facilitate the exchange and publication of information and ideas on nautical science, to encourage research therein and to publish the results thereof. Establish and maintain appropriate educational and professional standards of membership. Co-operate with Government Departments and other bodies concerned with statutory and other qualifications, and with universities and other educational institutes and authorities in the furtherance of education and training in nautical science and practice. Encourage the formation of Branches and professional groups in different Areas and in Territories Overseas. MEMBERSHIP Membership in grades appropriate to qualifications is available to all individuals of any nationality. Full Membership MNl is awarded to holders of an unlimited foreign-going master's certificate from a recognised marine administration, coastal masters with five years in command, pilots with a first class licence and three years as a first class pilot and those holding naval command qualifications. Associate Membership AMNI is awarded to those who hold foreign going watchkeeping certificates. Associate is the grade awarded to those with coastal watchkeeping certificates. Companion is the grade awarded to anybody who has an interest in the activities of the Institute but who does not hold nautical qualifications. Student membership is available to those studying to become Associates or Associate Members. A more detailed specification of membership grades and subscription requirements appears on the Membership page. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP The benefits of joining the Institute can be summarised as follows:- SEAWAYS will be sent to you monthly by airmail without extra charge 30% discount is given to members on all Nautical Institute publications. Less tangible but no less important, the Institute keeps members up to date Provides a branch structure for meetings and social events Membership confers professional recognition The Institute provides an exclusive collection of self study programmes for those seeking career development Provides the only international confidential marine accident reporting scheme MARS whose results are Published monthly in SEAWAYS Reduced fees for conferences and schemes are given to members. The Institute actively promotes high standards at sea supported by a code of ethics; it encourages interaction between all maritime disciplines and fosters "the fellowship of the sea". By joining, you will gain access to this resource and in so doing will contribute to the nautical profession through this international not for profit Organisation. ACHIEVEMENTS The Nautical Institute is now a thriving international professional body for qualified mariners with 38 branches worldwide and over 7,000 members in over 70 countries. It is perhaps best known for the quality of its practical guides. For example, in response to an industry-wide demand for higher standards of bridge watchkeeping, the Institute produced Bridge Team Management and Bridge Watchkeeping . The guides developed their themes around these activities, checking, monitoring, controlling and recording. They recognise that it is human to make errors and because of this, errors need managing. Bulk Carrier Practice is a book which has received international acclaim for its practical and detailed advice on operating this type of vessel. This Nautical Institute publication provides the most authoritative information available in the industry and it has been gratifying to see sections quoted in the IMO. The International Association of Classification Societies has also considered carefully the advice given by the Institute and has agreed to promulgate rule changes to improve safety. With the development of The High Speed Craft Code in the IMO it was desirable to provide guidance for officers based upon the accumulated wisdom of current operational practices. As there are more high speed craft being built in relation to those in service than any other class of ship, it is timely to be able to make available an excellent manual for officers appointed to these craft. Safety has been a theme linking all members in a common sense of professional purpose. However, until The Nautical Institute produced its authoritative book on The Management of Safety in Shipping , there were no ready sources of reference where a new superintendent could acquire an insight into the different facets of safety management. The new edition, just published, embraces the International Ship Management Code. COMMERCIAL STANDARDS Whilst a ship aground earns no freight a bankrupt company does not trade. As mentioned in the 1994 Annual Report of Council, published in the May '95 issue of SEAWAYS , safety has rightly received its share of attention. Response however is very much confined to mandatory minimum standards which exclude any reference to commercial enterprise. To redress this balance, the Institute published a valuable study conducted by a working group in the Newcastle area of the UK on The Mariner's Role in Collecting Evidence . This slim volume is an excellent aide memoire for the mariner because it explains in detail what information the owner and his P&I Club need to minimise the consequences of a claim following damages. The aim of good commercial management must be to avoid claims and with that in mind and sponsored by the UK P&I Club the Institute is developing Watchkeeping in Port , a book to establish good habits of cargo care. Also published is Commercial Management for Shipmasters - a major title with the potential to enhance the efficiency of the industry. In 1997 the Institute produced Managing Safety and Quality in Shipping . These examples demonstrate how the Institute works to fulfil a professional need for information and services which would otherwise not be available. PROFESSIONAL BRIEFINGS - CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS Institute members are serviced by the monthly journal SEAWAYS . It enjoys a circulation considerably wider than the immediate membership and is therefore an ideal vehicle to carry the Institute's confidential marine accident reports, under the heading MARS . This service is freely available and is provided to enable all readers to share their experiences, particularly where a near-miss or potential hazard has occurred. In civil aviation, such a service is paid for by the authorities, but no such facility exists for international shipping and the Institute has done more than any other Organisation to fulfil this need for information which alerts everybody to potential dangers. Definitive guidance often requires a substantial paper to explain underlying principles and the consequences of bad practices. To meet this need, the Institute publishes occasional briefing papers. They are widely disseminated throughout the industry and are made available to members free of charge. Some of the subjects covered to date include:- Written communications in shipping A vessel engaged in fishing Passage planning Radar detectability and collision risk Towards a code of ethics The United Nations Law of the Sea Convention The development of Maritime Commercial Practice BRANCHES A particular advantage in having a professional Institute is that it can actively link in its membership through a worldwide branch network . Branches discharge three valuable functions. They:- Provide a local forum through which individuals can exchange views. Enable talks and lectures to take place to keep local members up to date. Facilitate communication with headquarters and supply material to the journal which informs the profession as a whole about developments around the world. Additionally, some branches hold seminars and conferences of fundamental importance and the proceedings can then be made available through headquarters. Branch committees in UN designated developing countries also discharge another obligation which is to verify the status of local applicants, seeking a reduced subscription related to their income. CAREER DEVELOPMENT The Nautical Institute was the first professional Organisation to give formal recognition to the fact that nautical expertise is the foundation for many support services in shipping and that an individual needs to be able to develop a career path with confidence and competence. The main break points identified by the specialist working groups have been:- Preparation for command at sea Preparation for Pilotage Preparation to become a Nautical Surveyor Preparation to become a Harbour Master Preparation to become a Lecturer or Trainer Each of these subject areas is covered by an authoritative text book and a distance learning course marked by an experienced examiner leading to a Certificate or Diploma. The foundation for all economic activity is management, and the Institute offers eight modules in Personal Management Effectiveness covering planning, delegating, controlling, coaching, running meetings, problem solving, managing time, leading and motivating. Any member anywhere in the world feeling isolated and wishing to pursue professional career development can contact the Institute and receive encouragement and support. REPRESENTATION The authority of the Institute is such that it is increasingly being consulted on nautical matters. This includes representation on governmental committees, standards institutions, industry committees, press, radio and television. The Institute is asked to provide speakers at international conferences and representatives to join national delegations at IMO. The branch network ensures that Institute policy and good practice is shared in other countries and, as has been alluded to before, representatives from overseas influence the standards and recommendations developed by the Institute. Additionally the Institute's journal SEAWAYS is often quoted in the international shipping press and many college lecturers use Institute material for teaching purposes. Such promulgation of nautical opinion cannot be quantified but there can be no doubt that the Institute and the standards it seeks to uphold are respected and valued internationally. NAVAL INVOLVEMENT The armed services are essential elements of national security and as such their resourcing and deployment are ordained by political considerations. Because of this navies are self-contained, professional and operate according to defence or strategic imperatives. With successive reductions in defence spending there is little opportunity for naval officers to meet merchant naval personnel and understand the methods of working on commercial vessels. The Falklands crisis emphasised the inter-dependence of naval and commercial ships. The Gulf War provided the need for escorts, the blockade of Iraq and Bosnia by the UN means that naval vessels are patrolling the seas and communicating with merchant ships daily. Naval training and operational methods frequently encompass valuable techniques which are transferable. In similar vein, the control of merchant ships, inventories and cargo systems have elements which can be applied to naval systems. Increasingly, merchant vessels are being used as naval auxiliaries because of cost considerations and The Nautical Institute has been active in recognising the need for the professional exchange of views between the civil and military users of the sea. SEAWAYS Now recognised as one of the leading maritime journals, SEAWAYS is sent out to all members monthly. It is the international journal of The Nautical Institute and has the most vibrant professional correspondence section to be found anywhere in the industry. The vitality of the journal is shared by those who contribute to it and those who read it. It is designed to advance high professional standards and promote fellowship within the profession. This is achieved through contributions and debate directed at a practical seafaring level, designed to improve the safe and efficient operation of ships. SEAWAYS is the vehicle which links professionals worldwide and enables members to be kept up-to-date with changes in legislation, new books, charts and announcements. It is the source of new ideas and a steadying influence on impractical proposals. Whether it is branch activities, forthcoming conferences, people and places, editorial or reports, SEAWAYS has consistently provided a publication which is enjoyed and respected, as the essence of nautical opinion. The journal is provided free to all members and is sent by airmail overseas. SETTING STANDARDS The Institute is directed by a Council, two-thirds of whom must be seagoing. Council is supported by five committees, each with specialist functions which are: Finance & General Purposes, Papers and Technical, Education and Training, Membership and Fellowship. Working Groups are set up whenever there is a need and there is a direct link between the Council and the branches. All membership applications are considered by the membership committee which has a tightly controlled system for deciding mutual recognition of certificates of competency. For any applicant to be elected into membership, the individual must have a qualification from a recognised national administration. Secondary certificates from flags of convenience are not recognised by the Institute, neither are countries where corrupt practices are known to devalue certification standards. All members are requested to uphold the highest standards of qualification and integrity. It is this shared view which makes the Institute worth supporting and Council asks all members to play their part in bringing the Institute to the attention of all who share the same interest. Membership of the Institute implies adherence to the Institutes " Code of Ethics" which is an accepted standard of conduct and behaviour well respected by individuals and organisations throughout the world. Home Capt. R . Janardhanan (Fellow) has moved back to Mumbai from his post at Singapore Maritime Academy . He is now Safety and Quality Auditor for the Eurasia Group of Companies. Newsletter Latest Events in Singapore MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES Fellow (FNI) Must have held positions of superior responsibilityfor at least 3 years, been a member (MNI) for at least 5 yearsand made a significant contribution to the profession, nauticalscience or the objects of the Institute. Member (MNI) To be elected a MEMBERthe Candidate must satisfy Council as to his/her professionalqualifications and that he/she: (i) Is at least 24 years old, and (ii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterwith no limitations concerning vessel size or trading area; or (iii) Holds an equivalent pre-STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competencyissued by an approved maritime administration on the basis ofexamination; or (iv) Holds Ocean-going Ship Command qualifications from a naval(military) administration; or (v) Holds a First Class Licence issued by a recognised pilotageauthority and three years experience as a First Class Pilot; or (vi) An officer qualified as an Associate Member on the basisof holding a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterof vessels of 500 gt or more and no trading area limits with fiveyears in command of sophisticated ships *; or (vii) An officer qualified as an Associate Member on the basisof holding a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterof vessels of 500 gt or more with trading area limits who hasbeen in command of ships of more than 3000 gt for over five years*; or (viii) An officer qualified as an Associate Member who holds anapproved maritime studies degree from a recognised Universityand has five years relevant experience in the maritime industrysince graduation **; or (ix) Holds other qualifications approved by Council for membership. Associate Member (AMNI) To be elected as anASSOCIATE MEMBER the Candidate must satisfy Council as to his/herprofessional qualifications and that he/she: (i) Is at least 21 years old, and (ii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Masterwith tonnage and/or trading area limitations; or (iii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as ChiefMate; or (iv) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Officerin charge of a navigational watch with no trading area limitations;or (v) Holds an equivalent pre-STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competencyon the basis of examination; or (vi) Holds a naval (military) Bridge Watchkeeping Certificateand Ocean Navigation Certificate; or (vii) Holds other qualifications approved by Council for thispurpose. Associate To be elected an ASSOCIATEthe Candidate must satisfy Council as to his/her professionalqualifications and that he/she: (i) Is at least 18 years old, and (ii) Holds a STCW '78/'95 Certificate of Competency as Officerin charge of a navigational watch with trading area limitations;or (iii) Holds an equivalent pre-STCW'78/'95 Certificate of Competencyon the basis of examination; or (iv) Holds a naval (military) Bridge Watchkeeping Certificate;or (v) Holds other qualifications approved by Council for this purpose. Companion (CNI) A non-voting categoryof membership for any person, such as a naval architect, marineengineer, lawyer, or yachtsman, not being a qualified member ofthe Nautical Profession, who satisfies Council that his/her associationwith the Institute will promote the general advancement or applicationof nautical science. Student Must be at least 16years of age and undertaking a course of training or educationapproved by Council. Duration of student membership is limitedto three years and the student must intend to become an AssociateMember or Companion of the Institute on completion of his/hercourse of study. Notwithstanding thecriteria set out above, Council reserves the right in the maintenanceof professional standards to consider all applications for membershipon their merits and its decision shall be final. * Officers joining underthe criteria relating to command must include photocopies of theirCertificate of Competency and Discharge Book entries to verifytheir sea time, rank and ship size. ** Graduates must supply written evidence of their employmentand a copy of their degree. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP The presence and influence of The NauticalInstitute confers professional standing on seafarers and thosewith nautical qualifications. Seaways is the monthly journalwhich links members and provides the opportunity to keep up-to-dateand share ideas as well as reinforce the sense of belonging tothe fellowship of the sea. The Confidential Marine Accident Reports(MARS) are offered as a service to all. They are translated intofour languages and distributed globally. All members are encouragedto participate in this scheme and the reports are widely usedin safety training. The Institute has over 7,000 members and40 plus branches worldwide. The strength of purpose which hasenabled the Institute to gain its pre-eminence since it was foundedin 1971 can be summarised in the statement:- "If we needto improve our professional image we must do it ourselves".The Nautical Institute is the way forward in this continuing need,so join now: To be recognised as a professional To keep up-to-date and learn about other parts of the industry. To receive Seaways. To purchase Institute publications with a 30% discount. To contribute to professional standards and the work of the Institute. To participate in branch activities, seminars and conferences. To have the opportunity to follow career development programmes. To belong to an organisation with shared values which venerates the seafarer and respects the sea. To have access to the international network of professionals that is The Nautical Institute. FEES Entrance Fees andAnnual Subscription Membership Category Joining Fee Annual Subscription Hon. Fellow Nil Nil Fellow (FNI) Nil £113 Member (MNI) £20 £98 Associate Member (AMNI) £20 £81 Associate £20 £76 Companion (CNI) £20 £98 Student Nil £17 Members working ashore in developingcountries may apply for a reduced subscription of £49 p.a. Retired members may also apply for a reduced subscription of £49p.a. In the UK, subscriptions are allowable for tax purposes. Monthly journal Seaways is free to all members and wouldcost £65 to outside subscribers. 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OBJECTIVES The objects of "The Nautical Institute" shall be to promote and co-ordinate in the public interest the development of nautical studies in all its branches and in the furtherance thereof but not otherwise to: Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those in control of seagoing craft including non-displacement craft. Facilitate the exchange and publication of information and ideas on nautical science, to encourage research therein and to publish the results thereof. Establish and maintain appropriate educational and professional standards of membership. Co-operate with Government Departments and other bodies concerned with statutory and other qualifications, and with universities and other educational institutes and authorities in the furtherance of education and training in nautical science and practice. Encourage the formation of Branches and professional groups in different Areas and in Territories Overseas. MEMBERSHIP Membership in grades appropriate to qualifications is available to all individuals of any nationality. Full Membership MNl is awarded to holders of an unlimited foreign-going master's certificate from a recognised marine administration, coastal masters with five years in command, pilots with a first class licence and three years as a first class pilot and those holding naval command qualifications. Associate Membership AMNI is awarded to those who hold foreign going watchkeeping certificates. Associate is the grade awarded to those with coastal watchkeeping certificates. Companion is the grade awarded to anybody who has an interest in the activities of the Institute but who does not hold nautical qualifications. Student membership is available to those studying to become Associates or Associate Members. A more detailed specification of membership grades and subscription requirements appears on the Membership page. BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP The benefits of joining the Institute can be summarised as follows:- SEAWAYS will be sent to you monthly by airmail without extra charge 30% discount is given to members on all Nautical Institute publications. Less tangible but no less important, the Institute keeps members up to date Provides a branch structure for meetings and social events Membership confers professional recognition The Institute provides an exclusive collection of self study programmes for those seeking career development Provides the only international confidential marine accident reporting scheme MARS whose results are Published monthly in SEAWAYS Reduced fees for conferences and schemes are given to members. The Institute actively promotes high standards at sea supported by a code of ethics; it encourages interaction between all maritime disciplines and fosters "the fellowship of the sea". By joining, you will gain access to this resource and in so doing will contribute to the nautical profession through this international not for profit Organisation. ACHIEVEMENTS The Nautical Institute is now a thriving international professional body for qualified mariners with 38 branches worldwide and over 7,000 members in over 70 countries. It is perhaps best known for the quality of its practical guides. For example, in response to an industry-wide demand for higher standards of bridge watchkeeping, the Institute produced Bridge Team Management and Bridge Watchkeeping . The guides developed their themes around these activities, checking, monitoring, controlling and recording. They recognise that it is human to make errors and because of this, errors need managing. Bulk Carrier Practice is a book which has received international acclaim for its practical and detailed advice on operating this type of vessel. This Nautical Institute publication provides the most authoritative information available in the industry and it has been gratifying to see sections quoted in the IMO. The International Association of Classification Societies has also considered carefully the advice given by the Institute and has agreed to promulgate rule changes to improve safety. With the development of The High Speed Craft Code in the IMO it was desirable to provide guidance for officers based upon the accumulated wisdom of current operational practices. As there are more high speed craft being built in relation to those in service than any other class of ship, it is timely to be able to make available an excellent manual for officers appointed to these craft. Safety has been a theme linking all members in a common sense of professional purpose. However, until The Nautical Institute produced its authoritative book on The Management of Safety in Shipping , there were no ready sources of reference where a new superintendent could acquire an insight into the different facets of safety management. The new edition, just published, embraces the International Ship Management Code. COMMERCIAL STANDARDS Whilst a ship aground earns no freight a bankrupt company does not trade. As mentioned in the 1994 Annual Report of Council, published in the May '95 issue of SEAWAYS , safety has rightly received its share of attention. Response however is very much confined to mandatory minimum standards which exclude any reference to commercial enterprise. To redress this balance, the Institute published a valuable study conducted by a working group in the Newcastle area of the UK on The Mariner's Role in Collecting Evidence . This slim volume is an excellent aide memoire for the mariner because it explains in detail what information the owner and his P&I Club need to minimise the consequences of a claim following damages. The aim of good commercial management must be to avoid claims and with that in mind and sponsored by the UK P&I Club the Institute is developing Watchkeeping in Port , a book to establish good habits of cargo care. Also published is Commercial Management for Shipmasters - a major title with the potential to enhance the efficiency of the industry. In 1997 the Institute produced Managing Safety and Quality in Shipping . These examples demonstrate how the Institute works to fulfil a professional need for information and services which would otherwise not be available. PROFESSIONAL BRIEFINGS - CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS Institute members are serviced by the monthly journal SEAWAYS . It enjoys a circulation considerably wider than the immediate membership and is therefore an ideal vehicle to carry the Institute's confidential marine accident reports, under the heading MARS . This service is freely available and is provided to enable all readers to share their experiences, particularly where a near-miss or potential hazard has occurred. In civil aviation, such a service is paid for by the authorities, but no such facility exists for international shipping and the Institute has done more than any other Organisation to fulfil this need for information which alerts everybody to potential dangers. Definitive guidance often requires a substantial paper to explain underlying principles and the consequences of bad practices. To meet this need, the Institute publishes occasional briefing papers. They are widely disseminated throughout the industry and are made available to members free of charge. Some of the subjects covered to date include:- Written communications in shipping A vessel engaged in fishing Passage planning Radar detectability and collision risk Towards a code of ethics The United Nations Law of the Sea Convention The development of Maritime Commercial Practice BRANCHES A particular advantage in having a professional Institute is that it can actively link in its membership through a worldwide branch network . Branches discharge three valuable functions. They:- Provide a local forum through which individuals can exchange views. Enable talks and lectures to take place to keep local members up to date. Facilitate communication with headquarters and supply material to the journal which informs the profession as a whole about developments around the world. Additionally, some branches hold seminars and conferences of fundamental importance and the proceedings can then be made available through headquarters. Branch committees in UN designated developing countries also discharge another obligation which is to verify the status of local applicants, seeking a reduced subscription related to their income. CAREER DEVELOPMENT The Nautical Institute was the first professional Organisation to give formal recognition to the fact that nautical expertise is the foundation for many support services in shipping and that an individual needs to be able to develop a career path with confidence and competence. The main break points identified by the specialist working groups have been:- Preparation for command at sea Preparation for Pilotage Preparation to become a Nautical Surveyor Preparation to become a Harbour Master Preparation to become a Lecturer or Trainer Each of these subject areas is covered by an authoritative text book and a distance learning course marked by an experienced examiner leading to a Certificate or Diploma. The foundation for all economic activity is management, and the Institute offers eight modules in Personal Management Effectiveness covering planning, delegating, controlling, coaching, running meetings, problem solving, managing time, leading and motivating. Any member anywhere in the world feeling isolated and wishing to pursue professional career development can contact the Institute and receive encouragement and support. REPRESENTATION The authority of the Institute is such that it is increasingly being consulted on nautical matters. This includes representation on governmental committees, standards institutions, industry committees, press, radio and television. The Institute is asked to provide speakers at international conferences and representatives to join national delegations at IMO. The branch network ensures that Institute policy and good practice is shared in other countries and, as has been alluded to before, representatives from overseas influence the standards and recommendations developed by the Institute. Additionally the Institute's journal SEAWAYS is often quoted in the international shipping press and many college lecturers use Institute material for teaching purposes. Such promulgation of nautical opinion cannot be quantified but there can be no doubt that the Institute and the standards it seeks to uphold are respected and valued internationally. NAVAL INVOLVEMENT The armed services are essential elements of national security and as such their resourcing and deployment are ordained by political considerations. Because of this navies are self-contained, professional and operate according to defence or strategic imperatives. With successive reductions in defence spending there is little opportunity for naval officers to meet merchant naval personnel and understand the methods of working on commercial vessels. The Falklands crisis emphasised the inter-dependence of naval and commercial ships. The Gulf War provided the need for escorts, the blockade of Iraq and Bosnia by the UN means that naval vessels are patrolling the seas and communicating with merchant ships daily. Naval training and operational methods frequently encompass valuable techniques which are transferable. In similar vein, the control of merchant ships, inventories and cargo systems have elements which can be applied to naval systems. Increasingly, merchant vessels are being used as naval auxiliaries because of cost considerations and The Nautical Institute has been active in recognising the need for the professional exchange of views between the civil and military users of the sea. SEAWAYS Now recognised as one of the leading maritime journals, SEAWAYS is sent out to all members monthly. It is the international journal of The Nautical Institute and has the most vibrant professional correspondence section to be found anywhere in the industry. The vitality of the journal is shared by those who contribute to it and those who read it. It is designed to advance high professional standards and promote fellowship within the profession. This is achieved through contributions and debate directed at a practical seafaring level, designed to improve the safe and efficient operation of ships. SEAWAYS is the vehicle which links professionals worldwide and enables members to be kept up-to-date with changes in legislation, new books, charts and announcements. It is the source of new ideas and a steadying influence on impractical proposals. Whether it is branch activities, forthcoming conferences, people and places, editorial or reports, SEAWAYS has consistently provided a publication which is enjoyed and respected, as the essence of nautical opinion. The journal is provided free to all members and is sent by airmail overseas. SETTING STANDARDS The Institute is directed by a Council, two-thirds of whom must be seagoing. Council is supported by five committees, each with specialist functions which are: Finance & General Purposes, Papers and Technical, Education and Training, Membership and Fellowship. Working Groups are set up whenever there is a need and there is a direct link between the Council and the branches. All membership applications are considered by the membership committee which has a tightly controlled system for deciding mutual recognition of certificates of competency. For any applicant to be elected into membership, the individual must have a qualification from a recognised national administration. Secondary certificates from flags of convenience are not recognised by the Institute, neither are countries where corrupt practices are known to devalue certification standards. All members are requested to uphold the highest standards of qualification and integrity. It is this shared view which makes the Institute worth supporting and Council asks all members to play their part in bringing the Institute to the attention of all who share the same interest. Membership of the Institute implies adherence to the Institutes " Code of Ethics" which is an accepted standard of conduct and behaviour well respected by individuals and organisations throughout the world. Home Registration Form Nautical Institute (Singapore) Registration form can be filled in on-screen, printed and mailed to the address printed on the form along with the Registration Fee or Submitted Online by CLICKING SUBMIT FORM BUTTON.   See method of Payment below ! 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