South East companies win through at Training Awards Ceremony
Two South East companies saw success at the British Marine Federation’s recent Training Awards which took place at the organisation’s AGM at the end of March.
The Company Training and Development Award went to Berthon Boat Company, based in Lymington. The company trains apprentices in all aspects of marine engineering, ensuring that appropriate marine skills are maintained and developed for the future. Half of their current workforce has completed an apprenticeship and the company has strong links with local schools and colleges.
Keith Longman, Yard Manager at Berthon Boat Company Ltd added: "I was delighted to accept the 2009 BMF Large Company Learning and Development Award on behalf of Berthon. The Directors' commitment in terms of time and resources for training apprentices ensures that we maintain and enhance our skills base for the future needs of the company. Proactively engaging with local schools and colleges, including through inviting them to come and visit us, is changing attitudes and creating excitement about the Marine Industry and what it has to offer."
Gosport-based Boatshed.com came third in this category, reflecting the broad base of skills in the South East region.
The Company Training Award went to Bisham Abbey Sailing and Navigation School, based in Bisham near Marlow for its continuous commitment to the training of its staff. The award recognises the company's achievements through training courses to ensure its employees are fully up to date with the latest developments in the boating industry.
Roy May who received the Company Training award on behalf of the Bisham Abbey Sailing and Navigation School said: "As a training based company, training is naturally very important to us. We have introduced this company policy to our internal staff and it has resulted in an improved quality and effectiveness for our clients."
The annual awards aim to spread best practice amongst marine businesses to aid business development and enable more individuals to benefit from training and progress their careers. The awards recognise both marine businesses and individuals that demonstrate outstanding business and personal success through investment in training over the past year. The winners received a trophy and £500.
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