Q&A with Course Director Toby Maclaurin

  As an enthusiastic yachtsman, Toby Maclaurin has sailed extensively in the Mediterranean and Caribbean. He has also completed two Atlantic crossings in small yachts.   Toby has served on the council of ABYA (Association of British Yacht Agents) and was...

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In Conversation with Course Author Captain Hugh McQuaid

Despite the sad passing of Captain McQuaid, his wisdom and legacy continues within our courses. And, we hope, many can continue to learn from his vast, insightful and in-depth knowledge of the industry.   When it comes to enhancing your maritime career...

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Q&A with Course Director Alan Dale

When it comes to distance learning, you want to be sure the course is current and well-informed by people with unrivalled industry experience. This is why our courses are designed by the best in the business – such as Alan Dale, the Course Director for our Superyacht...

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Upskilling in the shipping industry

In October 2018, 11 students from Sonangol Shipping enrolled with the Maritime Training Academy (MTA) to complete courses in Technical Ship Management and Tanker Operations. Sonangol Shipping are committed to supporting their staffs’ professional development and...

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The Monaco Yacht Show review

The Monaco Yacht Show is an iconic feature of this Principality’s coastline. The Super yacht world is one which many can only dream of becoming part of, but for these three days yacht owners, future super yacht purchasers or charterers and important decision-makers in...

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