Maritime Training Built for the Real World.
STCW Certification and Professional Development
From basic safety to advanced bridge simulation, Adria Libar delivers internationally recognised STCW training across five Croatian centres.
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Course categories
Find the Right Training Programme
Browse our STCW and specialist maritime courses by category. Each programme is approved by the Croatian Register of Shipping and recognised by international flag state administrations.
STCW and Maritime
Core STCW certifications
Health and Safety
Onboard safety training
Management and Leadership
Officer-level qualifications
Navigation and Communication
ECDIS, radar, GMDSS
Passenger and Marine Security
ISPS Code, SSO training
Refresher Training
Certificate renewals
Tanker
Oil, chemical, gas operations
Marine Environment
MARPOL, OPRC, pollution response
Why Adria Libar
Training that carries weight beyond the classroom
Adria Libar has trained over 50,000 maritime professionals since 1989. Our programmes are approved by the Croatian Register of Shipping and recognised by flag state administrations including the Marshall Islands, Liberia, and the Belgian Maritime Authority — meaning your certification works where it matters.
International flag state recognition
Certificates accepted by the Marshall Islands, Liberia, Belgian Maritime Administration, and other flag state authorities worldwide.
Full-mission bridge simulators
Transas Wartsila ECDIS 4000 and NTPRO 5000 systems with ARPA radar and weather modelling — the same technology used on commercial vessels.
Waterfront practical training
Enclosed lifeboat with davit launch, life rafts, and a purpose-built fire-fighting container for realistic safety exercises at our Sibenik centre.
Instructors with sea service
Our team includes serving and former Captains, Officers, and Engineers with active maritime experience — professionals teaching professionals.
Five centres across Croatia
Train Where It Suits You
Every Adria Libar centre delivers the same STCW standard, but each has its own specialist strengths. Choose by location, by course, or by what matters most to your career.
Sibenik
Flagship centre
14 classrooms, full-mission bridge simulators, waterfront training ground, lifeboat davits, fire container. Widest course range including commercial yachting.
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Zadar
Tanker specialist
13 tanker courses including VLCC, LNG, chemical cargo. Plus Maritime Cyber Security — exclusive to Zadar.
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Rijeka
Technical and instructor training
High Voltage certification, Train the Trainer (TTT), Simulator Trainer and Assessor (TSTA). Cold Weather Operations, Hazardous Atmosphere.
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Split
Environmental and HV specialist
Exclusive OPRC Oil Pollution Response (all 3 levels). High Voltage certification. Focused satellite centre for Dalmatia’s seafarer community.
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Zagreb
Classroom and certification
STCW Basic Safety, Security Awareness, Yacht Master A (100GT), Boat Leader licences. Classroom-based — no coastal travel required.
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35
Years of
Training
5
Training
Centres
100+
Accredited
Courses
50+
Maritime
Instructors
50,000+
Delegates
Trained
Corporate and fleet training
Training Solutions Built Around Your Operations
We work with shipping companies, yacht management firms, and offshore operators to deliver training that fits your fleet’s schedule, certification requirements, and operational challenges.
Bespoke course design
Customised content, scheduling, and assessment tailored to your crew’s specific operational context and certification needs.
Dedicated crew sessions
Private training blocks for your team across any of our five centres, coordinated around your rotation and dry dock schedules.
Multi-centre coordination
Crew members can complete different modules at different locations — we manage the logistics and the training records centrally.
Shipping companies · Yacht operators · Offshore firms
From professionals, for professionals — three decades of preparing crews for service at sea.
Discuss your training needsAccreditations and recognition
Certified by the Authorities That Matter
Croatian Register of Shipping
IMO and STCW Convention
Marshall Islands
Liberia
Belgian Maritime Administration
SOLAS and MARPOL 73/78
ISPS Code
ISO Accredited
Frequently asked questions
Common Questions About Our Training
If your question is not answered here, our training advisors are happy to help.
Contact training advisorsYes. All Adria Libar courses are approved by the Croatian Register of Shipping and recognised by international flag state administrations including the Marshall Islands, Liberia, and the Belgian Maritime Authority. Our training is fully compliant with STCW Convention, IMO model courses, SOLAS, and MARPOL requirements.
You can contact us by phone at any of our centre numbers, submit an enquiry through our contact page, or email us directly. Our training advisors will help with course selection, scheduling, available dates, and certification requirements. We typically respond within 24 hours on working days.
Requirements vary by course, but generally you should bring a valid passport or national ID, your seafarer’s book (if applicable), any existing certificates relevant to the training, and a medical fitness certificate where required. Our training advisors will confirm the exact requirements when you enrol.
Yes. We run refresher courses for Personal Survival Techniques, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Elementary First Aid, and Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats. These are available at our Sibenik, Zadar, and Rijeka centres.
Absolutely. Many of our trainees complete courses across multiple centres depending on availability and convenience. Your training record stays with Adria Libar regardless of location, and our advisors can help you plan a schedule across centres if needed.
Yes. We work with shipping companies, yacht management firms, and offshore operators to deliver bespoke training solutions. This includes customised course scheduling, tailored content, and dedicated sessions for your crew. Contact us through our partnership enquiry form to discuss your requirements.
Your next step
Ready to Start Your Training?
Whether you are beginning your maritime career or renewing an existing certification, our training advisors will match you with the right course and location.
Over 50,000 delegates trained since 1989. We typically respond within 24 hours on working days.