Workforce Development

MarAd Centers of Excellence Program Expands

In February, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MarAd) announced the designation of 32 Centers of Excellence (CoE) for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education. The designated CoEs consist... Read More

Help Wanted: The Great Lakes Continues Efforts In Workforce Development

How to build and expand the Great Lakes maritime workforce continues to get close attention from states, colleges and training organizations and maritime trade and business groups. In June, Michigan’s... Read More

Plan Ahead: A Closer Look At Great Lakes Maritime Workforce Development

Employee recruitment and retention are challenges confronting almost every business and industrial sector. The maritime industry is no exception. Attracting new talent – from deckhands to captains – and keeping... Read More