News from MITAGS
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 […]
Onshore vs. Offshore Wind
Since ancient times, wind has been a reliable energy source. Though it is not a new source of energy, the demand for wind power has risen over the last few decades. As an abundant and inexhaustible resource, wind provides a form of sustainable, clean energy. Additionally, generating wind power can lead to community benefits like […]
What Is The GWO?Â
The Global Wind Organization, or GWO, is a non-profit organization that was founded by the world’s leading wind turbine owners and manufacturers. Its goal is to set industry standards which ensure a safer industry and minimize injuries in the work environment. The first version of safety standards was released in 2012 as the GWO Basic Safety Training […]
Washington State Ferries and MITAGS Partner in Full-Scholarship Training
No Cost to Accepted Applicants for 2-year Program Seattle, WA – July 31, 2023 – The Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies (MITAGS) is pleased to announce a new offering of its nationally-recognized Maritime Apprenticeship Program (MAP), in partnership with Washington State Ferries (WSF). Applications are being accepted between now and October 30th, and […]