CM Marine

17/03/2026

🎊 Massive congratulations to Rui on passing their OOW Unlimited Oral Exam. 💪

A lot of people underestimate how much the oral is about calm structure under pressure — not just knowledge. Proud to have supported you through the prep and to see the hard work pay off.

Fair winds for the next step of your career.

CMMarine

02/03/2026

📍 Qualsafe FREC 3 (First Response Emergency Care) | Rainford | 20–24 April

CM Marine is running a full 5-day, Qualsafe-accredited FREC 3 course at our training centre in Rainford from 20th–24th April.

FREC 3 is ideal for anyone who needs higher-level first response skills, including:
• Workplace first aiders
• Security and event teams
• Outdoor professionals
• Those starting a pathway into emergency care roles

Expect practical, scenario-based training focused on real-world decision-making and confidence under pressure.

📅 Dates: 20–24 April (5 full days)
📍 Location: CM Marine Training Centre, Rainford, WA11 8HP
📩 Enquiries / booking: [email protected]
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26/01/2026

We've just published a complete guide to help mariners succeed in their OOW, Chief Mate, and Master oral examinations.

Inside you'll discover:

✅ The golden rules of exam preparation

✅ Essential study techniques that work

✅ Common mistakes that fail exams

✅ What examiners really look for

✅ How to structure your answers

Whether you're a cadet or an experienced officer seeking progression, this guide gives you the confidence and strategies to pass your oral exam.

**Read the full guide here:** https://www.cm-marine.uk/blog/2026-01-26-how-to-prepare-for-mca-oral-exams-a-complete-guide-for-mariners

Got questions about oral prep? Drop them in the comments below 👇

Training the Next Generation of Mariners

02/12/2025

A big hand goes out to Reece Small today for acing his OOW Unlimited Oral Exam.

Coming through the Slater Fund, Reece has shown determination from the outset and gets to finally walk away with that very hard earned pass!

Congrats Reece, you deserve it!

Are you looking to ace your exams?
Look no further than CM Marine

24/11/2025

A big well done goes out to Christopher for acing his OOW Unlimited Oral Exam!

He's put the hard work in, and gets to walk away with that well deserved pass.
Well done Christopher!

Are you looking to ace your oral exams?
Book in with us today at https://cm-marine.co.uk/oral-prep/

13/09/2025

⚓⛵ Sea Cadets Sefton at the West Lancs 24 Hour Race! ⛵⚓

We’re proud to be taking part in this year’s WLYC - West Lancashire Yacht Club 24 Hour Sailing Race – and it feels fitting that our entry is Number 48! 💙

A massive thank you to everyone who has supported us in getting on the water:
🙏 Sefton Council
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🙏 Graham Eyes High Class Butchers
🙏 CM Marine
🙏 Honourable Company of Master Mariners
🙏 Marsh Insurance

Fair winds to all the competitors – let’s make this a race to remember! 🌊💨

29/08/2025

Big congratulations goes out to Courtney for smashing her Master 200 oral exam out of the park!

You've put the hard work in and now you get to reap the benefits, well done (soon to be) Captain!

Are you looking to do your oral exam and need a bit of a hand?
Get in touch today and let CM Marine guide you.

https://cm-marine.co.uk/oral-prep/
[email protected]

25/07/2025

MASTER 200 - YM C/E required

CM Marine are looking for a Master 200 or Yachtmaster Commercially Endorsed for a small project starting this coming Sunday (27/07).

27th - Familiarisation in Barrow
28th - Transit from Barrow to Liverpool
29th-30th - Working Burbo Bank 12hr Operations

Previous CTV experience and working with jets required.

Get in touch today if interested, [email protected]