MITAGS Celebrates 50 Years

MITAGS Celebrates 50 Years

In 2022, MITAGS reached the significant milestone of 50 years in operation as the leading training facility for maritime simulation and mariner license advancement. We took a moment of gratitude to look back at how we have grown as an organization, and we are humbled...
What Are Standard Marine Communication Phrases?

What Are Standard Marine Communication Phrases?

Communication is critical while you’re out at sea. You need to properly communicate with your crewmates and captain about the ship’s status, weather conditions and other essential elements. It’s important to convey these messages with as much clarity...
Will the GI Bill Pay for My Maritime Education?

Will the GI Bill Pay for My Maritime Education?

It is important to know precisely what your GI Bill benefits can offer you when considering possible career options. If you qualify for GI Bill benefits, you can use those benefits to work toward your dream of a career in the maritime industry. What Is the GI Bill?...
How to Get a Job on a Tanker 

How to Get a Job on a Tanker 

For those who love the sea and maritime studies, starting a career at sea on tankers may be a path worth exploring. With plenty of options in the maritime industry, available jobs needed aboard tankers and the chance for international travel, tankers provide many...
Flag State vs. Port State

Flag State vs. Port State

When it comes to registering a boat or ship, there are various types of state jurisdiction, including flag state and port state. Whether you have interests in boats and international maritime laws or own ships, it’s useful to understand the difference between...