This one-hour webinar is convened for Competent Authorities and maritime administrations with responsibility for VTS training governance. Drawing on IMO Resolution A.1158(32), IALA Recommendation R0103 on the Training and Certification of VTS Personnel, and IALA Guideline G1014 on the Accreditation and Approval Process for VTS Training, the session examines the full chain of responsibility — from international obligation to national delivery — and the respective roles of Accredited Training Organisations (ATOs) and the IALA World-Wide Academy within that framework.

The webinar is addressed to Competent Authorities establishing or reviewing their national VTS training framework, maritime administrations seeking alignment with IALA standards, and VTS authorities responsible for ensuring that their personnel are trained and certified in accordance with applicable requirements.

Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Identify the obligations of the Competent Authority under IMO Resolution A.1158(32) with respect to the approval of VTS training and the certification of VTS personnel;
• Describe the structure of the IALA VTS training framework, including the competency standards set out in IALA Recommendation R0103, the processes of recruitment, training and certification of VTS personnel described in IALA Guideline G1156, and the VTS training outlined in the C0103 model course series;
• Explain the accreditation and approval process for VTS training as specified in IALA Guideline G1014, and the role of ATOs within that process; and
• Identify the support available through the IALA World-Wide Academy to assist Competent Authorities in implementing a harmonized, IALA-aligned VTS training and certification framework.

The link will be avaialable one week before the webinar.

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A high-level programme designed for senior management professionals, focusing on the strategic dimensions of Aids to Navigation (AtoN) governance. The course equips participants involved in the provision or oversight of AtoN services with the knowledge and tools required for effective decision-making, policy development, and leadership.

Dates and Venue

The next session of the L.1.2 Master of Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Management course will be hosted by the Marine Navigation Training Institute (MNTI).

📍 Venue: Deep Bhavan, D-372/2 Taratalla Road, Kolkata – 700 088, West Bengal, India
📅 Dates: 09th to 13th November 2026 (inclusive)
🌐 Language: English

Attendees

This course is designed for senior management professionals involved in the provision, management, or oversight of AtoN services:

Participants are expected to meet at least one of the following:

• L.1.1 course alumni, ideally with a minimum of two years’ experience as an AtoN manager; or
• At least five years of proven experience as an uncertified AtoN manager within an internationally recognised AtoN service provider; or
• At least five years’ experience within the maritime department of a national Competent Authority or maritime administration

Candidates who do not fully meet the above criteria may still apply. Applications should be submitted with a CV to: academy@iala.int

All applications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the IALA World-Wide Academy.

Training Delivery

The training will be delivered in a face-to-face setting and will include interactive lectures and practical exercises.

Training fees

The cost of this five-days course is €1,000 and includes all lectures and course materials.

Registration

For registration and further information, contact the IALA World-Wide Academy: academy@iala.int

Additional information may be found in the training flyer.

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