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To provide quality and value added training adapted to the needs of the Mauritius maritime industry and the region as per international standards.

To be a national and regional training centre for seafarers, port workers and other personnel employed in the shipping and related shipping sectors.

The idea of setting-up a Sea Training School was born in 1970. In this connection, the assistance of the Danish Government was obtained. Among the various buildings visited by a Consultant, Mr T. Abd-el-Dayem, the building occupied by the Naval Voluntary forces during the British rule at 7, Guy Rozemont Square, Port Louis was found to be the most suitable.

The school was established initially to provide pre-sea training at sea to young school leavers who intended to make a career at sea. Eventually the school provided training to all categories of ratings in order to constitute a pool of seamen for employment locally and in foreign shipping companies.

As the building reached an advance stage of deterioration and was no longer adapted for responding to the needs of a fast developing Maritime Sector, a decision was taken to construct a modern training institute.

In 2003, Government approval was obtained for the construction of a modern and functional building with sea frontage, in two phases at Royal Road, Pointe Aux Sables. The foundation stone was laid by Hon. Minister A. K. Bachoo who was responsible for shipping. The project was completed in 2006 at the cost of Rs 60m.

In December 2006, the ex-Sea Training School moved to its new location. In May 2007 Government gave its approval to the renaming of the school as the Mauritius Maritime Training Academy. The Training Academy was inaugurated on 19 October 2007 by Hon. T.R. Baalu, the Indian Minister of Shipping, Road Transport and Highways of India in presence of the Hon. Deputy Prime Minister R. Beebejaun, Hon. M. Dulloo, Hon. J. B. David, Hon. V. K. Bunwaree, Hon. Dr A. Kasenally, Hon. A. Dulull and Hon. S. Tang Hin Wah, members of the Diplomatics Corps and other eminent personalities.

The building housing the Academy is located on a plot of land of 2125 sq metres with sea frontage . It is a one storeyed building designed by the Architect Sector of the Public Infrastructure Division of the Ministry. The ground floor comprises interalia a customer counter with a waiting area, two workshops, two classrooms, one drafting room, a canteen and a conference room. The first floor comprises an administrative block, a library, two classrooms and a theatre of 168 seating capacity.

The second phase of the project will consist of the construction of a jetty for use by trainees, which is yet to be implemented.

Ever since this institution has moved to its new location, it has been fully operational. It is expected to become a Regional Training Centre and to serve the training needs of the countries of the region in a proper environment with all necessary amenities and equipment.

Training course for grade certificate as Efficient Deck Hand (EDH) and Able Bodied Seaman (AB)

Training for Seafarers Forming Part of a Navigation/Engine Room Watch as per STCW 78, as amended.

Basic Safety Training for Seafarers as per STCW 78, as amended.

Crowd Management, Passenger Safety and Safety Training for personnel providing direct services to passengers.

Proficiency in Crisis Management and Human Behaviour Training.

Training for Skipper and Second Hand for Certificate of Competency (COC) for Local Fishing Vessels of 24 metres in length.

Training for Chief Engineer and Second Engineer for Certificate of Competency (COC) for Local Fishing Vessels of 24 metres in length.

Ad Hoc courses upon request from other Ministries and the Private Sector.

4. Second Hand, Skipper, Second Engineer, Chief Engineer Courses For Fishing Vessels > 24 metres

The Mauritius Maritime Training Academy, in collaboration with the Regional Assembly of Rodrigues, mounted a course of 15 weeks intended for Skippers. Training Staff from the Academy and the pool of visiting lecturers proceed to Rodrigues to deliver the training.

The Mauritius Maritime Training Academy is also equipped with a Library with specialised maritime books, documents, periodicals and audio visuals prescribed by the IMO. The books had been donated by the IMO and the Indian Government. The Ministry is in the process of acquiring additional reading materials.

A computer software will developed to better manage the Library. It is also equipped with personal computer and internet facilities for trainees and library users.

The Mauritius Maritime Training Academy is MS ISO 9001:2000 certified since 2005. Regular internal and external audits are carried out to keep the standard. It is to be noted since the certification auditors have not reported adversely on any snag.

This year the Mauritius Maritime Training Academy has been MQA registered with a pool of MQA recognised trainers.

The Performance Management System (PMS), as recommended by the Pay Research Bureau, Report 2008 will be shortly introduced

The theatre of the Mauritius Maritime Training Academy has been used as a venue for a number of seminars/workshops organised by other Ministries and Departments. The Theatre has a seating capacity of 168 seats, equipped with sound system. Its verandas and lawns which are used for catering services provide a unique sea view and a relaxing atmosphere to participants.

The changes for the facilities available at the Mauritius Maritime Training Academy are as follows:-

The Mauritius Maritime Training Academy has acquired of training equipment as per requirements of STCW 95 Regulations.

Procurement procedures have been initiated for the acquisition of a P.C. Simulator and cut-out models training equipment.