Norway- based Kongsberg Digital (KDI) as well as Maritime Industry Authority in the Philippines (MARINA) have actually authorized a memorandum of understanding (MOU). According to Kongsberg, the MOU stands for a considerable turning point for technology as well as makeover in maritime training in the Philippines,
“Kongsberg Digital’s suite of simulation systems provides efficient and realistic training for maritime students and crew so building vital skills promoting safety, cost-efficiency, and sustainability in operations at sea. MARINA is a leading maritime authority, representing the largest number of seafarers in the world. Partnership with Kongsberg Digital means that MARINA can provide simulation technology for research, operations and training, increasing the knowledge and competency of their workforce,” the Norwegian firm stated.
” MARINA intends to bring the Philippines to the leading edge of makeover in the maritime market. Kongsberg Digital will certainly add to this undertaking with its comprehensive experience in simulation research studies connected to independent delivery, electronic double as well as vessel understanding This MOU intends to add towards the awareness of the Maritime Industry Development Plan (MIDP) with using cutting-edge as well as contemporary simulation innovations, as well as both companions will certainly coordinate in a number of locations.
“With this MOU, MARINA and Kongsberg Digital will work together to adopt and leverage more advanced methodologies and tools within the maritime education and training segment as well as forming best practices. This will lead to a more competent and agile seafaring workforce, prepared to adapt to the everchanging maritime landscape,” states VAdm Robert A. Empedrad AFP (Ret), Maritime Industry Authority in the Philippines (MARINA).
“We are very pleased to announce this MOU, which signals the start of a mutually beneficial partnership with MARINA. This forward-thinking organization shares Kongsberg Digitals´ understanding of the significance of maritime education and training, and the recognition that it is only feasible to secure highly qualified crew through innovative and high-quality training methodologies,” states Andreas Jagt øyen, Executive Vice President Digital Ocean, Kongsberg Digital.
