Capt. Arun Premsunder
Head of Operations & Projects (AMEA)
Among these institutions, Maersk Training stands out as a global leader in maritime education, redefining what it means to prepare professionals for the industry. Founded in 1978 after a critical human error incident on the Maersk Explorer rig, the institution emerged from a single question: How can we ensure no loss hits us that can be avoided with constant care? What began as a focus on safety has evolved into a broader mission: transforming maritime workforce development through innovation, immersive learning, and global collaboration. Nearly five decades later, this legacy continues to guide every program, simulator, and technology adopted by Maersk Training.
Innovative Programs & Industry-Ready Learning
Unlike traditional training providers, Maersk Training combines rigorous theoretical instruction with immersive, hands-on experiences. Its global centers, from their Denmark headquarters to around the world, feature advanced simulators, Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven platforms that bring real-world scenarios into the classroom. These tools allow trainees to experience high risk environments safely, making critical operational decisions under realistic conditions.
A notable example of Maersk Training’s forward looking approach is its partnership with Gujarat Maritime University. Together, they launched the Future Leaders Foundation
Program, a five-day immersive curriculum designed to build maritime fundamentals, global logistics knowledge, and sustainable shipping practices. Supported by APM Terminals Pipavav, the program incorporates scenario-based challenges such as the celebrated Farm to Fridge supply chain exercise, giving participants the chance to navigate complex, real-world logistics while applying lessons from VR-based training modules. This initiative also lays the foundation for India’s first Virtual Reality Centre of Excellence, aligning with the country’s Skill Development and Maritime India Vision 2030. The center is envisioned as a hub where aspiring seafarers, engineers, and maritime leaders can merge industry expertise with innovative learning technologies.
Beyond technical skills, Maersk Training emphasizes leadership, resilience, and problem-solving. Instructors with decades of industry experience bring real-world insights into every session, ensuring that trainees can apply knowledge effectively under pressure. “Curriculam are continuously updated to reflect changing regulations, sustain ability standards, and emerging digital tools, bridging the skills gap and preparing professionals for the challenges of modern maritime operations”, adds Capt. Arun Premsunder, Head of Operations & Projects (AMEA), Maersk Training .
Career Impact & Global Recognition
The impact of Maersk Training extends beyond classrooms and simulators. Graduates enter the workforce ready to take on diverse roles, from seafaring and offshore operations to logistics, engineering, and operational management. Their combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and adaptability makes them valuable assets in a competitive, high-risk industry. By simulating real-life maritime challenges, it ensures that professionals are confident in decision-making, risk management, and sustainable operational practices.
Maersk Training’s excellence has been widely recognized. The institution has received industry accolades including the Training and Safety at Sea Award at Crew Connect Global 2023 and honors for Best Use of AI/AR/VR in Learning and Upskilling. Its global network of Centers of Excellence fosters collaboration between professionals, students, and instructors, creating fertile grounds for innovation and knowledge exchange.
Looking ahead, Maersk Training envisions a future where immersive, technology-driven learning becomes the standard, and instructors evolve into mentors who inspire and challenge the next generation of maritime leaders. By merging decades of experience with cutting-edge tools, the institution continues to shape professionals who are not only capable of managing today’s complexities but are prepared to drive the industry toward a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.
From advanced bridge simulators to VR classrooms, from experienced instructors to ambitious trainees, Maersk Training remains at the forefront of maritime workforce development, ensuring that the leaders of tomorrow are not only trained but transformed.
Maersk Training envisions a future where immersive, technology-driven learning becomes the standard, and instructors evolve into mentors who inspire and challenge the next generation of maritime leaders
Beyond technical skills, Maersk Training emphasizes leadership, resilience, and problem-solving. Instructors with decades of industry experience bring real-world insights into every session, ensuring that trainees can apply knowledge effectively under pressure. “Curriculam are continuously updated to reflect changing regulations, sustain ability standards, and emerging digital tools, bridging the skills gap and preparing professionals for the challenges of modern maritime operations”, adds Capt. Arun Premsunder, Head of Operations & Projects (AMEA), Maersk Training .
Career Impact & Global Recognition
The impact of Maersk Training extends beyond classrooms and simulators. Graduates enter the workforce ready to take on diverse roles, from seafaring and offshore operations to logistics, engineering, and operational management. Their combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and adaptability makes them valuable assets in a competitive, high-risk industry. By simulating real-life maritime challenges, it ensures that professionals are confident in decision-making, risk management, and sustainable operational practices.
Maersk Training’s excellence has been widely recognized. The institution has received industry accolades including the Training and Safety at Sea Award at Crew Connect Global 2023 and honors for Best Use of AI/AR/VR in Learning and Upskilling. Its global network of Centers of Excellence fosters collaboration between professionals, students, and instructors, creating fertile grounds for innovation and knowledge exchange.
Looking ahead, Maersk Training envisions a future where immersive, technology-driven learning becomes the standard, and instructors evolve into mentors who inspire and challenge the next generation of maritime leaders. By merging decades of experience with cutting-edge tools, the institution continues to shape professionals who are not only capable of managing today’s complexities but are prepared to drive the industry toward a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.
From advanced bridge simulators to VR classrooms, from experienced instructors to ambitious trainees, Maersk Training remains at the forefront of maritime workforce development, ensuring that the leaders of tomorrow are not only trained but transformed.
