Sharjah Maritime Academy (SMA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Seamaster Maritime Group to enhance collaboration in maritime education and training, supporting the development of national talent while expanding hands-on learning opportunities for students. The partnership is designed to better align academic programmes with the evolving needs of the maritime industry and strengthen workforce readiness.
The MoU was signed by His Excellency Dr. Hashim Abdullah Bin Sarhan Al Zaabi, Chancellor of Sharjah Maritime Academy, and Mr. Ramee Rashid, Director of Seamaster Maritime Group, reflecting both parties’ commitment to fostering stronger collaboration between academia and industry while supporting the development of a highly skilled maritime workforce.
Commenting on the partnership, His Excellency Dr. Hashim Al Zaabi stated that the agreement aligns with the Academy’s commitment to providing students with high-quality trainingenvironments that enable them to gain practical experience and professional competencies, enhancing their readiness to enter the workforce and contribute to the growth of the UAE’s maritime sector.
Mr. Ramee Rashid expressed Seamaster Maritime Group’s pride in partnering with Sharjah Maritime Academy, emphasizing the importance of investing in maritime talent development and preparing the next generation of industry professionals. He noted that such collaboration supports the sustainability of the maritime sector while facilitating the exchange of knowledge and expertise between both organizations.
Under the terms of the MoU, the two parties will collaborate in providing practical training opportunities for SMA students across Seamaster Maritime Group’s departments and affiliatedcompanies. The partnership will also support the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and industry-related studies, as well as the organization of training programmes, workshops, awareness initiatives, and community engagement activities related to sustainability and social responsibility.
The agreement further includescooperation in maritime professional development through the delivery ofspecialized maritime training programmes and courses, while exploring futureopportunities that contribute to enhancing professional competencies and operationalexcellence across the maritime sector.
The Memorandum of Understandingrepresents an important step towards strengthening collaboration betweenacademic institutions and the maritime industry, supporting the development ofqualified talent capable of meeting the sector’s evolving demands and contributingto the sustainable growth and competitiveness of the UAE maritime industry.
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