Thirty cadets from the Maritime Academy of Nigeria have secured a year-long sea-time placement with Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas Shipping and Marine Services Limited. This initiative aims to enhance Nigeria’s marine economy, providing essential practical training aboard NLNG vessels, crucial for their professional certification and competitiveness in the global maritime sector.
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.
Lloyd’s Register (LR) and NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited (NSML) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance maritime training in West Africa. Announced at Gastech 2025, this partnership will leverage NSML’s Maritime Centre of Excellence and LR’s expertise to develop specialized training programs, boosting regional maritime competence and operational efficiency.
