IMEC believes that everybody with the drive and the potential to become a seafarer should be given the opportunity to pursue their dream, regardless of their financial situation.

Therefore in 2017, IMEC introduced a new training initiative known as the Ship’s Rating Programme. The 5 month program conducted by the Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP) is designed to offer opportunities to young people from underprivileged backgrounds by providing the education needed to become competent seafarers.

After 5 months of successful training, each candidate will be eligible for employment as a Junior Rating in a ship’s engine room and become a valued member of a highly trained engineering team.

We will develop your engineering competency, but it is up to you to demonstrate your qualities as a seafarer. Apply now!

If you are interested in sponsoring candidates for the IMEC ships Rating Programme, please visit our IMEC Member Sponsorship page.