Full Mission Bridge Simulator
HELMEPA's upgraded Full Mission Bridge Simulator offers top-level, realistic training for deck officers of all ranks — helping them navigate complex environments, manage emergencies, and lead bridge teams with confidence.
Certified to ISO 9001:2015 quality standards, our simulator courses are available to HELMEPA member companies, independent seafarers, and maritime academies.
Over 2,000 Greek and foreign merchant marine officers have trained on HELMEPA's Bridge Simulator.
INFO
DNV Class "A" Certified — Powered by NAUTIS 3 Technology
The simulator is fully equipped with all bridge instruments found onboard a real vessel:
GPS, AIS, Echo-Sounder, Speed Log, VDR, NAVTEX
RADAR, GMDSS, VHF/HF Communications
Ship Control & Conning Display, ECDIS
Training capabilities include:
Navigation & passage planning/execution
Ship handling, maneuvering & collision avoidance
Navigation in confined/restricted waters
Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfer operations
Mooring with tugs
Emergency response: SAR, Man Overboard (MOB)
COURSES
Code
Title
Duration
Hours
HS1
Bridge Resource Management (BRM)
5 days
40 hrs
HS2
BRM Refresh & Advanced Ship-Handling
3 days
21 hrs
HS3
Navigating in Dense Traffic / COLREGs
2 days
14 hrs
HS4
Real Incidents Simulation & Root Cause Analysis
2 days
14 hrs
HS5
Ship-to-Ship Transfer Operations
2 days
14 hrs
HS6
The ABCs of BRM, Ship Handling & STS Operations
2 days
6 hrs
ALSO AVAILABLE:
- Masters' & Officers' Simulator Competence Assessment
- Tailor-made courses upon request
COURSES
5 days | 40 hours (20 hrs classroom + 20 hrs simulator)
Follows IMO Model Course 1.22. Approved by the Cyprus Flag Administration — participants can obtain the official Cyprus Flag BRM Statutory Certificate upon successful completion.
Transitioning to the updated 2023 IMO Model Course 1.22 (focus on human factors & soft skills).
3 days | 21 hours (7 hrs classroom + 14 hrs simulator)
Refreshes BRM principles and covers advanced maneuvering under real-world forces: wind, current, shallow water, squat, bank effects, heavy weather. Simulator practice includes mooring/unmooring, anchoring, SBM operations, and use of tugs.
2 days | 14 hours (6 hrs classroom + 8 hrs simulator)
In-depth analysis of COLREGs (Parts B & C). Simulator exercises on safe navigation and collision avoidance in dense traffic and fishing areas, enhanced by real marine incident case studies.
2 days | 14 hours (6 hrs classroom + 8 hrs simulator)
Based on real incidents from VIRP, MAIB, CHIRP, and MARS reports. Focuses on groundings, collisions, BRM failures, and COLREGs issues — with simulator re-enactments for in-depth analysis.
2 days | 14 hours (6hrs classroom + 8 hrs simulator)
Covers STS operation procedures, risk management, ship handling, fendering, and mooring. Simulator scenarios include engine failure, equipment malfunction, wind, current, and shallow water effects.
2 days | 6 hours | Up to 8 participants per group
An introductory course designed for maritime professionals new to the fundamentals of bridge operations. It combines expert-led presentations, hands-on simulator practice, and collaborative activities to build essential knowledge and operational awareness.
Also, available courses:
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MASTERS' & OFFICERS' SIMULATOR COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT
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TAILOR-MADE COURSES UPON REQUEST
Participants will:
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Understand the basic roles, responsibilities, and functions of shipboard organization and bridge operations
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Explore environmental and operational factors that influence ship handling and STS operations
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Practice ship approach, interaction, and mooring procedures through simulator exercises
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Strengthen awareness of sustainability and environmental protection — reinforcing their commitment, as HELMEPA members, "To Save the Seas"
INSTRUCTORS
All instructors hold extensive maritime training expertise and are certified per STCW Requirements and IMO Model Courses 1.22 (BRM) and 1.27 (ECDIS).
CERTIFICATION
All participants who successfully complete a course receive a HELMEPA Maritime Training Center Certificate (ISO 9001:2015).
Note
HS1 graduates may additionally obtain the Cyprus Flag BRM Statutory Certificate
PARTICIPATION
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All ranks of deck officers are eligible
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Maximum 6 participants per course (HS6: up to 8 per group)
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Courses available in Greek and English (on request)
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Registration via company or individually
* For maritime academy students:
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Free tailor-made courses to prepare cadets for first embarkation
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Free visits for maritime students and nautical high school groups
FEES (DONATION-BASED)
Code
Title
Member
Non-member
HS1
Bridge Resource Management (BRM)
€250
€500
HS2
BRM Refresh & Advanced Ship-Handling
€150
€300
HS3
Navigating in Dense Traffic / COLREGs
€100
€200
HS4
Real Incidents Simulation & Root Cause Analysis
€100
€200
HS5
Ship-to-Ship Transfer Operations
€100
€200
HS6
The ABCs of BRM, Ship Handling & STS Operations
Upon request
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Contributions support the operation and maintenance of the simulator
Generously funded by:
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DNV (initial donation)
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Drylog, Gaslog, Hellenic Mutual War Risks Association (2022 hardware & software upgrade)
