Strengthening cadetship partnerships in Mindanao and Visayas

Internal News | 06.10.2025

Maritime/Cadetship Administrator Shaun Hendrick Dioko recently visited Davao Merchant Marine Academy (DMMA) and University of Cebu – Lapu-Lapu Mandaue (UCLM) to reinforce Odfjell’s NSA Program partnerships and see how future cadets are being prepared for their careers at sea.

During the visits, Dioko noted several highlights: 

  • Both campuses are equipped with advanced simulators, STCW Training Centers, and VR systems that give cadets early exposure to shipboard life. UCLM is further expanding with ten additional VR units. 
  • Discussions with faculty and staff focused on onboarding requirements, contracts, and compliance to maintain alignment and clarity. 
  • Bow Fitness was introduced on campus to emphasize the importance of health from the start of a seafaring career, alongside updated Social Media Etiquette guidelines for cadets. 
     

Looking ahead, DMMA and UCLM are set to become regional testing sites for the NaMMAT in 2026, with potential to also host OIC Training Delivery and MLC courses.

“We are grateful to the faculty, staff, and cadets of both schools for the warm welcome and meaningful discussions,” says Shaun. “Supporting cadets early is essential, because they are the future of our industry.”

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