MITAGS

MITAGS is a maritime training and simulation center based in Linthicum Heights, Maryland. Established over thirty years ago, the company has grown to employ 75 individuals and generates an annual revenue of $50 million. MITAGS provides a comprehensive range of high-quality maritime training programs designed for both military and commercial mariners. With over one hundred and fifty courses available, they cater to aspiring mariners from around the world. The institution stands out for offering all the STCW training courses required for mariners to advance from an Ordinary Seafarer to an Unlimited Master, a distinction held by few schools in the United States. The company's roots lie in the Maritime Advancement, Training, Education, and Safety (MATES) Program, a non-profit trust founded in 1968. The MATES Program was a collaborative effort between major Steamship Lines and the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (IOMM&P). This partnership established the foundation for MITAGS' continued mission to elevate the professionalism of mariners. For more information about MITAGS and their comprehensive training programs, visit their website at mitags.org.