The vast expanse of our marine and coastal environments is a critical asset, vital for global trade, ecological balance, and human well-being. However, these areas face escalating threats from illegal activities such as smuggling, unauthorized fishing, and human trafficking, alongside environmental challenges like pollution, coastal erosion, and marine habitat degradation. Traditional surveillance methods, including manned patrols and satellite imagery, often prove insufficient due to high costs, limited coverage, or lack of real-time responsiveness, creating significant gaps in effective monitoring. The revolutionary advent of drones (Unmanned Aerial Systems - UAS) has transformed marine and coastal surveillance, offering an unprecedented ability to conduct safe, efficient, and highly detailed observations from an aerial perspective. Equipped with high-resolution visual cameras, thermal sensors, and advanced payload options, drones can rapidly cover extensive areas, identify suspicious activities, detect pollutants, map coastal changes, and provide crucial data for law enforcement, environmental protection, and scientific research. This essential training course focuses on Marine & Coastal Surveillance using Drones, empowering professionals to master this cutting-edge technology for enhanced maritime security and environmental stewardship.
This intensive training course provides a comprehensive and practical guide to integrating drone technology into marine and coastal surveillance operations. Participants will gain hands-on experience with drone selection for maritime environments, mastering advanced flight planning over water and dynamic coastal zones, and effectively utilizing specialized sensors for data collection (e.g., thermal for night operations, zoom for detailed identification). We will delve into data acquisition strategies, efficient data processing methodologies, and the interpretation of surveillance findings to detect vessels, track individuals, identify spills, and monitor coastal erosion. By mastering the operational workflows, technical skills, and data analysis crucial for drone-based marine and coastal surveillance, you will be equipped to conduct highly efficient, accurate, and safe missions, ultimately contributing to maritime security, environmental protection, and informed decision-making in dynamic coastal regions.
DURATION
10 Days
COURSE CONTENT
Module 1: Introduction to Marine & Coastal Surveillance
Module 2: Drone Platforms for Maritime Operations
Module 3: Specialized Sensors for Marine Surveillance
Module 4: Flight Planning Over Water & Dynamic Coasts
Module 5: Data Acquisition for Security & Law Enforcement
Module 6: Pollution Detection & Environmental Monitoring
Module 7: Coastal Erosion Monitoring & Mapping
Module 8: Search & Rescue (SAR) in Marine Environments
Module 9: Data Processing & Analysis for Maritime Intelligence
Module 10: Integration with Maritime Command Systems
Module 11: Safety Management & Maritime Regulations
Module 12: Anti-Piracy & Port Security Applications
Module 13: Case Studies & Future Trends in Maritime Drones
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.
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07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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05/01/2026 - 16/01/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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12/01/2026 - 23/01/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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19/01/2026 - 30/01/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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02/02/2026 - 13/02/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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09/02/2026 - 20/02/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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16/02/2026 - 27/02/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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02/03/2026 - 13/03/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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09/03/2026 - 20/03/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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16/03/2026 - 27/03/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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06/04/2026 - 17/04/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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13/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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13/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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04/05/2026 - 15/05/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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11/05/2026 - 22/05/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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18/05/2026 - 29/05/2026 | $3500 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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