Fleetwood Nautical College

29/08/2026

Merchant Navy Day is nearly here!

On 3 September, we'll join the nation in celebrating the dedication and contribution of merchant seafarers, past and present.

❤️ We're proud to support the campaign and we'll be flying the Red Ensign here at Fleetwood to recognise the people who keep the world moving.

28/08/2026

💙 Good luck, Kaitlin! 💙

Today we say farewell to Kaitlin and thank her for all her hard work and dedication as Residential Duty Warden.

Kaitlin has played an important role in supporting our students and helping to create a safe and welcoming environment within our student accommodation.

From everyone at FNC, we wish you all the best for the future!

27/08/2026

Considering your next step after qualifying as an OOW? We're pleased to share this career webinar from OEG exploring opportunities in offshore wind. ⬇⬇

Webinar: From the Bridge to Offshore Wind ⚓

Are you a newly qualified Officer of the Watch considering where your maritime career could take you next?

Join Michael England, Operations Superintendent, and Glenn Perrett, Business Development Manager, from OEG’s Marine division for our upcoming webinar exploring career pathways into the growing offshore wind sector.

Drawing on their industry experience, Michael and Glenn will share insights into the opportunities available for Officers of the Watch, the skills that transfer into offshore wind operations, and what a career within the sector could look like.

Whether you’re newly qualified or looking to understand more about opportunities in offshore wind, this webinar is a great opportunity to hear directly from experienced marine professionals and discover where your qualifications could take you.

Register for your place:
📆Tuesday 15th September at 2pm
➡️https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xSCFY0

27/08/2026

Throwback to our September 2016 cohorts! 🌊⤵️

Ten years on, we're once again getting ready to welcome a brand new group of students next week. It's a great reminder of where so many maritime careers begin.

We can't wait to see what the next generation of cadets will achieve as they start their journey at Fleetwood Nautical College! 🌟

26/08/2026

24/08/2026

We were delighted to welcome the Go Beyond group from Fleetwood Town Community Trust to campus today!

The group enjoyed a tour of the campus, learned about the Merchant Navy, and even had the chance to have a go on our state-of-the-art simulators. 🚢

Thanks for visiting!

24/08/2026

"I'm too old for a career at sea"...

❌ WRONG! There is no upper age limit for most maritime careers.

Every year, we speak to people of all ages who are considering a career in the maritime industry for the very first time. Whether you're leaving school, changing careers, or looking for a new challenge, there's a route to suit everyone.

A career at sea could take you around the world, offshore, onto ferries, cruise ships, specialist vessels and beyond.

It's never too late to start your maritime journey.

20/08/2026

Got your GCSE results and thinking about what’s next?

A career at sea could take you around the world, help you gain valuable qualifications, and open the door to opportunities across the maritime industry.

At Fleetwood Nautical College, there are several routes you can take after GCSEs, including:

⚓ Level 3 Pre-Cadetship Study Programme
⚓ Level 3 Deck Shipping and Maritime Operations
⚓ Level 3 Engineering Shipping and Maritime Operations

Whether you're set on a cadetship or just exploring your options, these courses are a great way to get started.

Find out more: https://pulse.ly/0oytnaxndz

📞 01253 504800
📧 [email protected]

18/08/2026

Congratulations to Fleetwood Nautical College cadet John Broadbent on being named Best New Starter Deck Cadet at the SSTG Cadet Awards 2026. ⚓

We're delighted to see John recognised for the dedication, professionalism and enthusiasm he has shown throughout the early stages of his cadetship. His award is a testament to the hard work he has put into developing his skills and making a strong start to his career at sea.

A huge well done to John, and congratulations to all the cadets recognised at this year's awards.👏

18/08/2026

Exciting Maritime Apprenticeship Opportunity!

Our valued industry partner Serco is currently recruiting for a Small Vessel Chief Engineer Apprentice based in the stunning Kyle of Lochalsh, Scotland.

This is a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding career in the maritime sector, gaining hands-on experience while working on vessels supporting important defence operations.

If you're interested in engineering, problem-solving and working at sea, this could be the perfect next step.

Apply for Small Vessel Chief Engineer Apprentice job with Serco in Kyle of Lochalsh, Inverness-shire, United Kingdom. Maritime