ONE of the largest providers of marine, offshore, and renewables safety training in the UK has opened a new training centre in Greater Glasgow.
Clyde Training Solutions’ (CTS) new bespoke facilities at Westway Park near Glasgow Airport utilise the White Cart Water to provide a range of industry approved on-water training to certify and prepare industry professionals.
The site includes a dock and gangway, fast rescue crafts and lifeboats, industry-specific launch infrastructure, and an onshore learning centre featuring two 16-person classrooms and a canteen. Drying, storage, maintenance, and first aid rooms are also found in the centre, alongside communal areas, changing and shower facilities, and car parking.
CTS’ existing training infrastructure in Clydebank will be complemented by the new site, with it boasting a a deep-water pool, fire safety site, indoor learning centre, and dedicated GWO Renewables industry training site.
Kris McDonald, general manager of Clyde Training Solutions, said, “The development of our new training centre is the next natural step in the growth of CTS and further expands our training portfolio for the shipping and energy sectors.
“This new site provides a cost efficient and centrally placed solution that offers high-end, effective training, ultimately delivering more skilled and competent workforces, in line with our ethos ‘competency beyond compliance’.
“Industry professionals in the central belt do not require to attend initial or further training in the northeast of Scotland for this on-water training, saving hundreds of pounds in travel and accommodation costs.”
Gregor King, Westway asset manager of Canmoor, added, “We are thrilled to have Clyde Training Solutions as the latest high-profile occupier at the park. Access to the water was key and our dock facility provides the ideal base for this bespoke training facility.
“In addition, Westway offers a convenient central belt location, with great communications, as well as a 24-hour secure site.”
