The World Maritime University (WMU) and the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) have strengthened their partnership on maritime education and workforce development by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 6 July.
The agreement, signed by MPA Chief Executive Ang Wee Keong and WMU President Professor Maximo Q. Mejia Jr. on the sidelines of the 137th Session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in London, reaffirms their shared commitment to developing maritime leaders and advancing capacity building across the international maritime community.Building on the long-standing partnership established through previous agreements signed in 2015 and 2019 respectively, the MOU will deepen the collaboration between MPA and WMU to promote training and manpower development for the maritime sector.
Under the agreement, both parties will collaborate on specialized training programmes, facilitate faculty and expertise exchanges, and broaden knowledge sharing opportunities for members from both organizations.
The collaboration between MPA and WMU began in 2004 with MPA hosting WMU students on annual field studies to Singapore. To date, more than 400 students from 70 countries have visited Singapore. Under the new MOU, MPA will continue these field studies. MPA will also help raise awareness of WMU’s offerings of professional development courses (PDCs) on shipping and port-related topics amongst maritime professionals in Singapore.
Mr Ang said, “WMU has been a valued partner for over two decades, not just for Maritime Singapore but for the global maritime community. This MOU reaffirms our shared commitment to developing maritime talent through capacity building and knowledge exchange. As the industry navigates decarbonization, digitalization and a more complex operating environment, we continue to work together to strengthen maritime capabilities and equip maritime professionals with skills needed to support the industry’s future.”
Professor Maximo Q. Mejia Jr., President of WMU said, “The renewal of our long-standing partnership with MPA reflects a shared commitment to capacity development and human capital. Together, we are empowering maritime professionals with the knowledge, skills and global perspectives needed to lead the transformation of the maritime industry towards a more sustainable and resilient future.”
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