Marlins approves test centres open in Panama and Ethiopia
Marlins, V.Group’s training business, has approved two new test centres in Panama and Ethiopia. The test centre in Panama is the first Marlins approved test centre in Central America.
The centres – E4Seafarers in Panama and Andromeda Marine Surveying and Consultancy PLC in Ethiopia will offer both Marlins UK Maritime and Coast Guard Agency (MCA) approved STCW testing and certification as well as English language testing.
Marlins offer three English language tests to meet industry needs:
The ISF Marlins English Language Test for Seafarers – allows ship operators to demonstrate that seafarers, of any nationality, have been assessed on their ability to communicate in English meeting the ISM Code and the revised STCW Convention
The Marlins English Language Test for Cruise Ship Staff – tailored to the leisure industry, it has a particularl emphasis on staff/guest relations and customer service within a multi-cultural environment
The Marlins English Language Test for Offshore Workers – set within the context of the oil and gas industry, it focuses on the ability to understand English as opposed to testing specialised skills and is suitable for both offshore and onshore personnel, regardless of nationality or position.
