This groundbreaking five-day program will
revolutionize maritime learning through immersive virtual reality (VR)
experiences, building on the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed at the
Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2024. Maersk Training will feature its award-winning –
“Best Use of AI/AR/VR in learning and upskilling opportunities. This underlines GPPL’s unwavering
commitment to cultivating a future-ready, highly skilled maritime workforce and
driving India’s economic growth and global competitiveness.
The recently concluded event was graced by the
presence of several prominent industry leaders. The most important dignitaries
included Mr.
Manoj Kumar Das, IAS, Additional
Chief Secretary, Ports and Transport Department and Revenue Department,
Sachivalaya, Gandhinagar; Mr.
Girish Aggarwal, Managing
Director of APM Terminals at Gujarat Pipavav Port; Prof. (Dr.) S. Shanthakumar,
Provost (I/C) of Gujarat Maritime University and Director of Gujarat National
Law University; And Mr.
Vivek Sharma, National Director of Public Affairs at AP Moller
Mærsk Group. Their participation significantly enriched the work and
discussions of the event.
This program transcends traditional methods and
provides an immersive learning experience in maritime essentials, including
fundamentals, technical skills, sustainability and real-world case studies. It enables participants to contribute to a
thriving economy, a sustainable future and a stronger community. By
promoting innovation exchange opportunities in countries such as the US, Saudi
Arabia, Japan and Taiwan, the program creates a ‘network effect’ that opens
exciting career prospects, employment opportunities and potential future
exchange programs for students and participants.
The program provided aspiring maritime professionals
with the following comprehensive skills in various areas: Regulations and safety: Participants
mastered MARPOL regulations, the ISM Code and ship safety procedures; Sustainable practices: Focus
on green shipping to improve the sustainability of the maritime supply chain; Logistics expertise: Gained
insight into logistics management through case studies of ‘Farm to Fridge’ and Skills development: Improved
communication, teamwork, problem solving and leadership skills.