Ammonia as Fuel — Awareness

Code ammonia-fuel

Ammonia as marine fuel — emerging course aligned with the IGF Code amendments under development at IMO MSC 110+ (expected entry-into-force mid-2020s). Toxicity, leak detection, scrubber requirements for slip, double-walled fuel piping, bunkering protocol. Course content varies by training provider during the transition.

Prerequisites: bst
Duration: 16 hours
Validity: —
Refresher: —
Typical cost: ~$480 USD

Emerging requirement; check flag state.

Where to take this course

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Ammonia as Fuel — Awareness: FAQ

What is the Ammonia as Fuel — Awareness (AMMONIA-FUEL) certification?: Ammonia as marine fuel — emerging course aligned with the IGF Code amendments under development at IMO MSC 110+ (expected entry-into-force mid-2020s). Toxicity, leak detection, scrubber requirements for slip, double-walled fuel piping, bunkering protocol. Course content varies by training provider during the transition. Category: Alternative Fuels.
Who needs AMMONIA-FUEL?: AMMONIA-FUEL applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: bst. Without AMMONIA-FUEL, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
How long does AMMONIA-FUEL take?: Typical course duration is 16 hours (2 working days at 8h/day). This is face-to-face or blended-learning time at an approved training centre; revalidation refresher courses are usually shorter. Plan against your sea leave window before booking.
How much does AMMONIA-FUEL cost?: Typical cost is around US$480 at an approved provider. Cost varies widely by country and training centre quality; many shipping companies cover the course fee as part of the contract. Check with your manning agent or fleet department before paying out of pocket.
Where can I get AMMONIA-FUEL?: AMMONIA-FUEL is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.

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Ammonia as Fuel — Awareness: FAQ

What is the Ammonia as Fuel — Awareness (AMMONIA-FUEL) certification?

Who needs AMMONIA-FUEL?

AMMONIA-FUEL applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: bst. Without AMMONIA-FUEL, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.

How long does AMMONIA-FUEL take?

Typical course duration is 16 hours (2 working days at 8h/day). This is face-to-face or blended-learning time at an approved training centre; revalidation refresher courses are usually shorter. Plan against your sea leave window before booking.

How much does AMMONIA-FUEL cost?

Typical cost is around US$480 at an approved provider. Cost varies widely by country and training centre quality; many shipping companies cover the course fee as part of the contract. Check with your manning agent or fleet department before paying out of pocket.

Where can I get AMMONIA-FUEL?

AMMONIA-FUEL is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.