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Bandari Maritime Academy CEO Dr Eric Katana during the flag-off of 10 nautical science and marine engineering cadets who were recruited by Danica Crewing Specialists for sea time training on January 19, 2026. [Robert Menza, Standard]
Sea time training of cadets continues to pose a challenge for the country because of a lack of a training vessel.
The country will have to sign agreements with ship-owning countries to train its cadets to become qualified officers in its quest for the lucrative seafaring jobs.
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