SEFtec HUET system for Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Massachusetts Maritime Academy (MMA) has issued a contract to upgrade their existing natatorium to house a SEFtec HUET system. The SEFtec system will include a Configurable HUET and a personnel-rated HUET hoist.

The SEFtec personnel-rated HUET hoist is the only HUET hoist approved by an independent Third-Party Inspection & Certification Organisation for lifting of people. This approval ensures the highest level of safety for delegates and instructors. Coupled with the SEFtec Configurable HUET, the resulting system offers a best-in-class training solution.

The system is expected to be installed in the Summer of 2026.

SEFtec HUET system for Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Norway’s Sea Rescue School announces SEFtec HUET deal

RS Sjøredningsskolen has announced a deal to buy a customised HUET from SEFtec. The new HUET simulator will be configurable to multiple helicopter types including the AW101, Bell 412 and the Sea Hawk. The delivery is scheduled for the summer of 2026.

SEFtec configurable HUET for RS Sjøredningsskolen

“This agreement is a strategic boost for our educational capacity. The HUET simulator from Seftec will provide us with a state-of-the-art training tool that strengthens the safety and competence of everyone who trains with us”

Helge Hestø Andersen, general manager at RS Sjøredningsskolen.

Romania opens largest maritime and offshore training center in Europe

The largest maritime and offshore training center in Europe, built by the Romanian Center for the Training and Professional Development of Naval Transport Personnel (or CENRONAV), was opened on Thursday, February 26, in Galați. The center is the result of an investment of over RON 64 million (EUR 12.5 million).

The central point of the investment is the training pool (498 sqm, depth 5.4 m), equipped with a HUET simulator and modern technology for essential maritime and offshore safety courses (HUET, Sea Survival, GWO Sea Survival, Working at Height).

“The new campus, which consists of the Education, Accommodation and Training Pool building, is a modern complex, with a total area of 5,381 sqm, which includes two buildings, 7 classrooms and simulators, administrative spaces, 36 double rooms and 8 apartments for trainees. The campus has direct access to the CERONAV Nautical Base and is equipped with renewable energy solutions,” transport minister Ciprian Șerban said on his

SEFtec HUET in new Ceronav training centre

Large Fireground for Kuwait Energy in Iraq (KEBL)

When Kuwait Energy (KEBL) needed a fireground for their oilfield in Basra, Iraq they short-listed SEFtec as a preferred supplier. Rather than shipping all of the large props from Ireland, SEFtec worked with KEBLs chosen contractor to have the props manufactured locally, with the modular fire control systems being shipped from Ireland and connected on-site.

Control is Everything™

Safety training has one objective; to teach delegates to respond in an appropriate manner to a life-threatening situation they have not encountered before. This requires exposing them to challenges that stretch their abilities. At all times, the well-being of delegates must take priority. The training environment must feel dangerous, but never be dangerous. All equipment must behave exactly as the instructors expect.

Kuwait Energy visit SEFtec for Factory Acceptance Test

For the past 9 months SEFtec has been working with Kuwait Energy to develop a state-of-the-art 10,000m2 fire training ground near Basra, Iraq. The project has involved SEFtec consulting on the overall fireground layout, detailing the prop designs, and manufacturing the fire control systems and some of the fire props. The remainder of the props have been produced locally using SEFtec designs.

Do you need a custom fire prop?

The SEFtec minibus fire prop is a life-sized replica of a minibus with five gas-fueled fires integrated into it. The prop features hinged and sliding passenger doors as well as rear luggage compartment. The cabin interior includes a drivers seat complete with steering column, front passenger seat and four rows of rear cabin seating with over-head luggage racks.