The Passing of Lee Chesneau

Dec 2, 2021 | News

At MITAGS, we were deeply saddened upon learning of Lee’s passing. Throughout his long career, Lee was the most ardent champion for providing mariners with timely, accurate, and understandable marine weather forecasts. His work, along with many other dedicated...

MITAGS Named Winner of Ventus Award for Offshore Wind Simulation Project with Ørsted

Nov 29, 2021 | News

The inaugural awards gala, hosted by The Business Network for Offshore Wind, celebrated industry accomplishments and key developments as offshore wind continues to advance globally. Baltimore, MD – November 29, 2021 – The Maritime Institute of Technology and...

MMP MATES Non-Profit Designation Changed to 501c3

Nov 5, 2021 | News

The MATES Program has received approval from the Internal Revenue Service to change to a 501c3 non-profit public charity. Donors can now deduct contributions made to MATES under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 170. MATES is also qualified to receive tax...

MM&P Forms Women’s Caucus

Nov 4, 2021 | News

Last month the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots (I.O.M.M.P.) formed a Women’s Caucus to effect change to assure equal rights, respect and safety for all mariners and workers in the maritime industry. MM&P will advocate for and...

MITAGS Now Accepting Applications for Maritime Apprenticeship Program: Mate Limited

Nov 1, 2021 | Education, News

MITAGS is now accepting applications for the MAP Mate Limited (500-1600 GRT). A 500-1600 GRT (Limited) license will allow you to serve as a deck officer aboard towing vessels and other types of workboats. The program start date is set for March 7, 2022....

“We Needed Maritime Workforce Development Yesterday”

Oct 14, 2021 | News, Press

Over the summer, Port of Seattle Commissioner Ryan Calkins and members of his staff spent time at MITAGS’ west coast campus. Recently, Commissioner Calkins shared an article about that visit and the need for maritime workforce development. A need, that MITAGS...