Feb 14, 2026 | Blog, News
Rear Admiral Benjamin Nicholson to Attend Mariners for America Conference 2026 MITAGS is proud to announce that Rear Admiral Benjamin Nicholson, Commander of the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC), will attend the upcoming Mariners for America Conference 2026....
Feb 14, 2026 | Blog, News
On February 13, 2026, the White House released the Maritime Action Plan, outlining a national strategy focused on sealift readiness, maritime workforce development, industrial base resilience, and stronger public-private collaboration. The Mariners for America...
Jan 28, 2026 | Blog, Maritime Jobs 101
Advancing from Able Seaman (AB) to Mate is one of the most important career milestones for professional mariners. The AB to Mate Program at MITAGS (Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies) is designed to help experienced deck personnel meet STCW-2010...
Nov 14, 2025 | Blog, Education
Every pilot transfer is a leap of faith — literally. With just a few feet of rope, wood, and careful rigging between them and the ocean below, maritime pilots regularly face one of the most dangerous parts of their job before they’ve even set foot on a...
Oct 1, 2025 | Blog, Education, News
Z-Drive Tractor Tug Training Azimuthing Stern Drive (ASD), or Z-Drive tractor tugs, have revolutionized the towing industry by offering unmatched control and safety.  But they don’t behave like conventional tugs, which is why dedicated azimuth stern drive training is...
Jun 11, 2025 | Blog, Education, News
DISCOVER THE THRILL OF BOATING IN A SAFE, CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT USING OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART SHIP SIMULATOR! Whether you’re a seasoned boater looking to sharpen your skills or a complete novice eager to get your feet wet, our immersive, hands-on training puts you at...
