Description
STCW-F Convention and Code, 2025 Edition contains the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Fishing Vessel Personnel. This publication was developed by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to establish global minimum requirements for the competence and training of crew working on fishing vessels.
The Convention aims to improve safety at sea in the fishing industry by ensuring that fishing vessel personnel possess the necessary competence and training to perform their duties safely and professionally. The publication includes both the Convention text itself and the associated Code with detailed provisions on training, certification, and watchkeeping requirements.
This book is utilized by authorities, maritime educational institutions, shipping companies, consultants, and other stakeholders in the fishing and aquaculture industries who work with regulations, certification, and competence requirements for fishing vessel personnel. The STCW-F Convention serves as an important reference work for all involved in the safe operation and competence requirements within the fishing fleet.
