Feb 14, 2026 | Blog, News
MITAGS is pleased 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. As the operational arm of the Navy responsible for providing strategic sealift and...
Feb 14, 2026 | Blog, News
The White House’s Maritime Action Plan, released on February 13, emphasizes sealift readiness, workforce development, industrial base resilience, and public-private collaboration—priorities that are central to the Mariners for America Conference’s mission...
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...
Jun 11, 2025 | Blog, Education, News
A course to help mariners get full value from their ECS Electronic Chart Systems can improve navigational safety, enhance situational awareness, and offer better operational efficiency. But many mariners don’t know how to take advantage of all the tools that come with...
