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MITAGS Welcomes New Workboat Mate Apprenticeship Cohort in Seattle

SEATTLE, Wash. — The Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) recently welcomed a new cohort of apprentices participating in the Workboat Mate Apprenticeship Program at its West Coast campus in Seattle. The program, which began its latest session in April 2026, provides aspiring maritime professionals with a structured pathway toward earning their credentials […]

MITAGS Welcomes New Grand River Navigation Apprenticeship Cohort in Baltimore

LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, Md. — The Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) recently welcomed a new cohort of apprentices participating in the Grand River Navigation (GRN) Apprenticeship Program at its East Coast campus in Baltimore. The program, developed in partnership with Grand River Navigation, provides aspiring mariners with a structured pathway toward advancing their […]

Washington State Ferry Director Welcomes New Apprentices

Today a new wave of future Washington State Ferry deck officers began their two-year educational journey at MITAGS.  Chosen from over 300 applicants, this select group of twelve participants has been awarded a full scholarship to the prestigious MITAGS Maritime Apprenticeship Program.  Over the course of the next 24 months, these mariners-in-training will divide their […]

MITAGS’ Dick Fredricks Talks Cutting-edge Global Wind Industry, Port Development and Shipboard Firefighting

Linthicum Heights, MD – September 20, 2023 – The Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) is thrilled to welcome Richard (Dick) Fredricks to its Business Development team. With a wealth of experience that includes thought leadership in the advancement of maritime safety regulations, shipboard firefighting, marine salvage, and oil spill response, Dick’s addition […]

Overview of Port Development

Overview of Port Development Ports serve as critical nodes in the global supply chain, facilitating international trade and economic growth. These complex infrastructures act as gateways for cargo movement, connecting maritime and land-based transportation networks. As global trade volumes expand, the development and modernization of ports become increasingly vital to maintaining efficient logistics operations, reducing […]