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Designated Person Ashore
Designated Person Ashore The ISM Code requires all commercial to have a trained Designated Person Ashore (DPA) as a point of contact between the company and crew on the water. This individual monitors the safety and pollution prevention aspects of the operation of the vessel and follows the requirements of a Safety Management System (SMS) […]
Use of Simulation in Port Design
Port design is incredibly complex, as there are so many variables at play. Port design can have significant economic, logistical, safety and environmental impacts, so it’s essential that those tasked with port designs take these factors into account and use reliable data to make decisions. Luckily, simulation can help in considering all relevant data, visualizing […]
NEW Resource Page from MITAGS: What you need to know about COVID-19
We know there is a lot of information out there right now about COVID-19, so we've compiled some of the best resources and information we could find about the current pandemic, and how it is particularly affecting the maritime industry.
Leadership at Sea
Importance of Leadership |What Makes a Good Leader | How to Develop Leaders | How Leadership Can Affect Your Career | Take Leadership Courses From global trade and passenger transport to national defense and more, the maritime industry plays a critical role in the world. For a ship to function as it needs to, every […]
In Honor of Read Across America Day: MITAGS Recommended Reading List
Read Across America Day is celebrated annually on March 2nd, Dr. Seuss's birthday. We've put our own maritime twist on the day and curated a recommended reading list from our staff and instructors.
Guide to Maritime Education
There are plenty of reasons to consider a career in the Maritime Industry. The work can be challenging and unconventional compared to more traditional jobs, but it can also be far more exciting. Getting paid to travel all over the world is a dream come true for many people. If you’re interested in a professional […]