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License Advancement Preparation Course for Unlimited 3/M (Oceans) and 500/1600 Ton Mate (Near Coastal or Oceans)

For over half a century, Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS), has been supporting mariners who wish to advance their merchant mariner’s credentials.    MITAGS offers a proprietary course tailored specifically to support approved and qualified candidates in their preparation for the OICNW 3rd/2nd Mate Unlimited, Oceans exams (USCG Exam Code ONC02) and 500/1600T […]

Why is Cyber Security so important to Mariners?

In today’s digital world, cyber threats are increasing rapidly, and every sector needs to be prepared for potential cyber-attacks. The maritime industry, including shipping, ports, and offshore activities, is highly vulnerable to cyber-attacks with implications including impact to global trade, significant financial losses, environmental damage, and even loss of life. Check out the new MITAGS […]

MITAGS Releases 50th Anniversary Challenge Coin

To commemorate our 50th Anniversary year MITAGS is releasing a special limited edition challenge coin. The coin features our 50th Year Anniversary Celebration logo and a view from our full-mission simulator. Only 1,000 coins have been issued, and each coin is uniquely numbered, making this a great collector’s item! The celebratory challenge coin is available […]

How AI Is Changing the Maritime Industry

Like many sectors, the maritime industry is embracing modern technology to advance and streamline operations. Individuals working and studying in this field should understand how implementing new technology changes operations for better preparation and adoption. What Is AI and Machine Learning? Artificial Intelligence (AI) software solutions collect data and discover patterns. Information collection offers insights […]

Mark Heward Announced as Director of MITAGS

  Baltimore, MD – December 9, 2022 – The Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) announces with great pleasure that Mark Heward has joined our team as Director of MITAGS. Mark came aboard with MITAGS in October 2022, after retiring from a 22-year active service career in the Royal Navy. “We are thrilled […]