On December 20, NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Ltd (NSML) selected 21 cadets for overseas sea-time training, addressing the global shortage of certified seafarers. This initiative includes 60 sea-time slots from Nigerian ship owners, enhancing local maritime skills. NSML’s Managing Director highlighted the commitment to industry growth and economic development.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will launch a digital platform in 2026 to modernize cadet training and assessment, moving away from paper methods. This platform will use technology to simulate real-life scenarios, enhancing skills in digital navigation, cybersecurity, and data management, while streamlining progress tracking through a cloud-based app.
Two maritime cadets from the Solomon Islands, Selister Kedrian Tamara and Augustine Sino Teisibwebwe, are set for advanced training in Europe, sponsored by a major shipping company and the International Maritime Organization. This opportunity, announced by Captain Dr. Teorae Kabure, aims to enhance the nation’s maritime capabilities significantly.
Former ship captain John Merrone has been charged by the U.S. Department of Justice for allegedly drugging and sexually assaulting U.S. Merchant Marine Academy cadets aboard the cargo ship M/V Liberty Glory in September 2019. This case marks a significant shift in addressing sexual assaults on U.S.-flagged vessels.
The Support for Maritime Training (SMarT) fund, with a multi-million-pound budget, aids cadets and junior officers in the maritime sector by covering up to 50% of training costs. The funding deadline has been extended to March 2025, promoting recruitment and enhancing careers in maritime for both men and women.
