STCW is the Convention was the first to establish basic requirements on training, certification and watch keeping for seafarers on an international level. Previously the standards of training, certification and watch keeping of officers and ratings were established by individual governments, usually without reference to practices in other countries. As a result, standards and procedures varied widely, even though shipping is the most international of all industries.
The benefits of STCW:ย By ratifying the STCW Timor-Leste have to follow International law and regulations to regulate the movement of the ship on the sea
Timor-Leste needs the certification recognized by International in order to facilitate Timorese people who are qualified in the area of maritime and shipment