McLarens Maritime Academy holds Convocation

McLarens Maritime Academy (MMA), hosted its Convocation 2024 at BMICH recently.
The event marked the successful completion of training for the Navigation Officer Cadet Training Programme - Phase I - Batch 1 and Pre-Sea Training Course Deck Rating Batch 5, with graduates now ready to embark on their careers in the global maritime industry. 
Notably, for the first time in the academy’s history, four lady deck rating trainees successfully completed their programme, marking a significant milestone in MMA’s commitment to fostering diversity in the maritime sector. 
The ceremony was graced by Captain Nirmal Silva, Harbor Master of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority, as the Chief Guest. Asanka Deshapriya, Director General of Merchant Shipping Secretary, Shehara De Silva, Group Managing Director of McLarens Group, and Captain Roshan Perera representing Monaco Marine Pvt. Ltd attended as the VVIP Guests.
Speaking at the event, McLarens Group COO Dr. Ravi Edirisinghe commended McLarens Maritime Academy for its dedication to producing highly skilled seafarers who meet international standards and contribute to the industry’s growth.