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Hafnia and MMCS graces RMU’s 2024 Graduation
Hafnia and MMCS graces RMU’s 2024 Graduation
The Regional Maritime University, internationally accredited and at the forefront of maritime training in West and Central Africa, held its 66th Anniversary and 18th Congregation on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the University's campus where it graduated a total of Three Hundred and Seventy-Nine (379) students with Master’s, Bachelor’s degrees and Diplomas in various fields of academic pursuit.
The Regional Maritime University, internationally accredited and at the forefront of maritime training in West and Central Africa, held its 66th Anniversary and 18th Congregation on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the University's campus where it graduated a total of Three Hundred and Seventy-Nine (379) students with Master’s, Bachelor’s degrees and Diplomas in various fields of academic pursuit.
The ceremony was graced by high ranking delegations from member states i.e., Cameroon, The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone and RMU’s supervisory body, the Maritime Organization for West and Central Africa (MOWCA) other partners, local dignitaries, students and stakeholders.
The ceremony was graced by high ranking delegations from member states i.e., Cameroon, The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone and RMU’s supervisory body, the Maritime Organization for West and Central Africa (MOWCA) other partners, local dignitaries, students and stakeholders.
Representatives of Hafnia and Management members of MMCS also graced the occasion.
Representatives of Hafnia and Management members of MMCS also graced the occasion.
Visit to Hafnia Mikala
Visit to Hafnia Mikala
Management Member of MMCS, Ing. Augustus Addy-Lamptey and some cadets paid a working visit to the Mt Hafnia Mikala.
Management Member of MMCS, Ing. Augustus Addy-Lamptey and some cadets paid a working visit to the Mt Hafnia Mikala.
The team was welcomes aboard the Mt Hafnia Mikala by it's Captain, Chief Officer and other officers and taken on a tour of the vessel.
Hafnia and MMCS graces RMU’s 2023 Graduation
Hafnia and MMCS graces RMU’s 2023 Graduation
The Regional Maritime University, internationally accredited and at the forefront of maritime training in West and Central Africa, held its 65th Anniversary and 17th Congregation on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at the University campus.
The Regional Maritime University, internationally accredited and at the forefront of maritime training in West and Central Africa, held its 65th Anniversary and 17th Congregation on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at the University campus.
After months and years of hard work, 444 graduands were awarded various degrees and diplomas. The graduands, drawn from various countries including the five-founding countries of the University, shared their joy with various family members, friends and community who gathered at the ceremony grounds. Of the 444 graduands, 19 have been shortlisted by MMCS and are committed to Hafnia. MMCS will continue their preparations towards embarkation.
After months and years of hard work, 444 graduands were awarded various degrees and diplomas. The graduands, drawn from various countries including the five-founding countries of the University, shared their joy with various family members, friends and community who gathered at the ceremony grounds. Of the 444 graduands, 19 have been shortlisted by MMCS and are committed to Hafnia. MMCS will continue their preparations towards embarkation.
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Present at the graduation were Hon. Jewel Cianeh Taylor as the Guest of Honor (Vice President of Liberia); Professor Pierre Gomez as the Special Guest of Honor (Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology Republic of the Gambia); Hon. Ebrima Sillah, (Chancellor and Chairman of Board of Governors & Minister of Transport, Works and Infrastructure, republic of the Gambia); Honorable members of the RMU Board of Governors (Hon. Jean Ernest Massena Ngalle Bihehe- Republic of Cameroon; Hon. Kwaku Ofori Asiamah – Republic of Ghana; Hon. Lenn Eugene Nagbe- Republic of Liberia; Amb. Alhaji Fanday Turay- Republic of Sierra Leone; Dr. Paul Adalikwu- Secretary General, MOWCA and Dr. Jethro W. Brooks Jnr. – Ag. Vice Chancellor) and other relevant heads of each Region; Hafnia, MMCS and other invited guest from other companies.
Present at the graduation were Hon. Jewel Cianeh Taylor as the Guest of Honor (Vice President of Liberia); Professor Pierre Gomez as the Special Guest of Honor (Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology Republic of the Gambia); Hon. Ebrima Sillah, (Chancellor and Chairman of Board of Governors & Minister of Transport, Works and Infrastructure, republic of the Gambia); Honorable members of the RMU Board of Governors (Hon. Jean Ernest Massena Ngalle Bihehe- Republic of Cameroon; Hon. Kwaku Ofori Asiamah – Republic of Ghana; Hon. Lenn Eugene Nagbe- Republic of Liberia; Amb. Alhaji Fanday Turay- Republic of Sierra Leone; Dr. Paul Adalikwu- Secretary General, MOWCA and Dr. Jethro W. Brooks Jnr. – Ag. Vice Chancellor) and other relevant heads of each Region; Hafnia, MMCS and other invited guest from other companies.
Hafnia also elected to sponsor five (5) awards at this year’s graduation. four (4) students and one (1) lecturer were selected for various commendations. The awardees and respective prizes were:
Hafnia also elected to sponsor five (5) awards at this year’s graduation. four (4) students and one (1) lecturer were selected for various commendations. The awardees and respective prizes were:
1. Mr. Adjetey Nathaniel Adjei - Best in Navigation V (BSc NS)
1. Mr. Adjetey Nathaniel Adjei - Best in Navigation V (BSc NS)
- Cash ($500 USD), Hafnia Certificate of Excellence, Hafnia Pin and opportunity to join with Hafnia
2. Mr. Fynn Emmanuel Annan - Best in Naval Architecture IV (Ship Design and Acquisition) (BSc ME)
2. Mr. Fynn Emmanuel Annan - Best in Naval Architecture IV (Ship Design and Acquisition) (BSc ME)
- Cash ($500 USD), Hafnia Certificate of Excellence, Hafnia Pin and opportunity to join with Hafnia
3. Mr. Aku Wilson Mawili Kodzo - Best in Marine Electrical and Electronic Systems III (BSc MEE)
3. Mr. Aku Wilson Mawili Kodzo - Best in Marine Electrical and Electronic Systems III (BSc MEE)
- Cash ($500 USD), Hafnia Certificate of Excellence, Hafnia Pin and opportunity to join with Hafnia
4. Nana Kwame Addo - Most improved final year student (BSc MEE)
4. Nana Kwame Addo - Most improved final year student (BSc MEE)
- Cash ($500 USD), Hafnia Certificate of Excellence, Hafnia Pin and opportunity to join with Hafnia
5. Dr. Isaac Animah - Best Lecturer (MR Dept.)
5. Dr. Isaac Animah - Best Lecturer (MR Dept.)
- Cash ($500 USD), Hafnia Certificate of Excellence, Hafnia Pin and opportunity to sail on Hafnia vessel
Management of MMCS assisted Capt Maria in presenting the awards amidst applause, loud cheers and roars from all gathered.
Management of MMCS assisted Capt Maria in presenting the awards amidst applause, loud cheers and roars from all gathered.
Capt Maria of Hafnia visits Ghana
Capt Maria of Hafnia visits Ghana
Capt Maria Kristina Javellana, General Manager and Head of Fleet at Hafnia Middle East DMCC, paid a working visit to Ghana from July 26 to 30, 2023.
Capt Maria Kristina Javellana, General Manager and Head of Fleet at Hafnia Middle East DMCC, paid a working visit to Ghana from July 26 to 30, 2023.
This much anticipated trip had a full itinerary planned by Hafnia’s sole authorized agent for Ghana, West and Central Africa sub-Region – Marlin Marine & Crewing Services Ltd (MMCS). Maria was met on arrival by Martin Bruce, Business Development Director of MMCs.
This much anticipated trip had a full itinerary planned by Hafnia’s sole authorized agent for Ghana, West and Central Africa sub-Region – Marlin Marine & Crewing Services Ltd (MMCS). Maria was met on arrival by Martin Bruce, Business Development Director of MMCs.
The full itinerary of the trip included meetings with MMCS Staff, Management and Board of the Regional Maritime University (RMU), Cadets shortlisted to soon board Hafnia vessels and Hafnia awardees for the RMU Graduation.
The full itinerary of the trip included meetings with MMCS Staff, Management and Board of the Regional Maritime University (RMU), Cadets shortlisted to soon board Hafnia vessels and Hafnia awardees for the RMU Graduation.
Capt. Maria’s visit to RMU was multi-prong. First off, she had a meeting with the Management of the Regional Maritime University. Discussions included strengthening the MoU between Hafnia and RMU.
Capt. Maria’s visit to RMU was multi-prong. First off, she had a meeting with the Management of the Regional Maritime University. Discussions included strengthening the MoU between Hafnia and RMU.
The meeting was followed by a tour of the University. Capt Maria then met candidates shortlisted for Hafnia-sponsored awards at the RMU Graduation. In this first year of Hafnia’s relationship with RMU, Hafnia is sponsoring five (5) awards. The candidates, four (4) students and one (1) lecturer, were shortlisted with the assistance of MMCS. The day was nicely rounded by attending the Fundraising Dinner organized by the Board of RMU
The meeting was followed by a tour of the University. Capt Maria then met candidates shortlisted for Hafnia-sponsored awards at the RMU Graduation. In this first year of Hafnia’s relationship with RMU, Hafnia is sponsoring five (5) awards. The candidates, four (4) students and one (1) lecturer, were shortlisted with the assistance of MMCS. The day was nicely rounded by attending the Fundraising Dinner organized by the Board of RMU
The 2nd Batch of all female cadets, shortlisted and being prepared to board Hafnia vessels, were elated to meet with Capt Maria. Maria shared her marine journey, challenges and joys with the cadets. Little did the cadets know Capt Maria had a pleasant surprise for all of them. She awarded all the cadets with a Hafnia pin.
The 2nd Batch of all female cadets, shortlisted and being prepared to board Hafnia vessels, were elated to meet with Capt Maria. Maria shared her marine journey, challenges and joys with the cadets. Little did the cadets know Capt Maria had a pleasant surprise for all of them. She awarded all the cadets with a Hafnia pin.
Capt. Maria’s stay in Ghana was not all work, it was beautifully interspersed with experiencing Ghana through food, fashion, and entertainment.
Capt. Maria’s stay in Ghana was not all work, it was beautifully interspersed with experiencing Ghana through food, fashion, and entertainment.
MMCS Cadets board various vessels
MMCS Cadets board various vessels
Marlin Marine & Crewing Services, working for and on behalf of Hafnia, has recruited 16 cadets to work aboard various fleets. The all female crew began boarding in April 2023 and will continue to serve for 6 months.
Marlin Marine & Crewing Services, working for and on behalf of Hafnia, has recruited 16 cadets to work aboard various fleets. The all female crew began boarding in April 2023 and will continue to serve for 6 months.
This rounds up the first recruitment by MMCS, with the second phase beginning shortly.
This rounds up the first recruitment by MMCS, with the second phase beginning shortly.
Hafnia signs MoU with Regional Maritime University
Hafnia signs MoU with Regional Maritime University
As part of strategies to offer maritime graduates a leveraging opportunity in the working industry, Hafnia Shipping has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Regional Maritime University to recruit its graduates.
As part of strategies to offer maritime graduates a leveraging opportunity in the working industry, Hafnia Shipping has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Regional Maritime University to recruit its graduates.
During the signing ceremony in Accra, the Vice President of Hafnia Shipping – owners of over 115 Chemical and Product Tankers - Mikkel Boesen, indicated that this move of corporate strategy is to establish better relations with the African continent and support the growth of its seafarers.
During the signing ceremony in Accra, the Vice President of Hafnia Shipping – owners of over 115 Chemical and Product Tankers - Mikkel Boesen, indicated that this move of corporate strategy is to establish better relations with the African continent and support the growth of its seafarers.
“In 2023, 3 vessels have been nominated to become 'Hafnia DEI Culture Lab Vessels'. These vessels are set to be operated with a crew of at least 50% women of the total crew. RMU will play a significant role in this project, as 16 female cadets from RMU will already be onboard Hafnia vessels this coming spring, with 7 more team members joining us in the Summer,” .
“In 2023, 3 vessels have been nominated to become 'Hafnia DEI Culture Lab Vessels'. These vessels are set to be operated with a crew of at least 50% women of the total crew. RMU will play a significant role in this project, as 16 female cadets from RMU will already be onboard Hafnia vessels this coming spring, with 7 more team members joining us in the Summer,” .
Hafnia visits Ghana
Hafnia visits Ghana
MMCS, Hafnia local representative coordinated a visit by the Vice President of Hafnia to the Regional Maritime University. The Vice President was welcomed to the University with a honorary parade, thereafter an official meeting with the University authorities and students.
MMCS, Hafnia local representative coordinated a visit by the Vice President of Hafnia to the Regional Maritime University. The Vice President was welcomed to the University with a honorary parade, thereafter an official meeting with the University authorities and students.
A forum was arranged where introduction / interaction between the students and the Vice President was done. Hafnia has a clear vision to grow their pool of seafarers by engaging and signing on students/cadets from the University upon completion of their courses, with particular focus on Lady seafarers and to be extended to the Male Seafarers in the near future.
A forum was arranged where introduction / interaction between the students and the Vice President was done. Hafnia has a clear vision to grow their pool of seafarers by engaging and signing on students/cadets from the University upon completion of their courses, with particular focus on Lady seafarers and to be extended to the Male Seafarers in the near future.
A memorandum of understanding is currently being drafted to this effect between Hafnia and Regional Maritime University to the mutual benefit of both parties.
A memorandum of understanding is currently being drafted to this effect between Hafnia and Regional Maritime University to the mutual benefit of both parties.
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