Summer Cadet Spotlight

Meet Midn. Paolo Tom, a Marine Engineering Operations major from the Republic of Singapore, who is spending his co-op this summer with Stabbert Maritime aboard the Ocean Valor.

Currently operating out of San Diego, California, Paolo has been gaining valuable... hands-on engineering experience aboard the multipurpose offshore vessel. His summer has included assisting with an engine block replacement and supporting cable-laying operations off the coast of Los Angeles—work that showcases the technical expertise and teamwork required in today’s maritime industry.

Experiences like these allow Maine Maritime Academy cadets to apply what they’ve learned in the classroom while developing the practical skills that prepare them for successful careers at sea.

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Cadet Shipping Highlight

⚙️ Engine Cadet: Midn. Riley Crocker
📍 Hometown: Saco, Maine
🚢 Host Company: Reinauer Transportation
⚓ Vessel: Ruth M. Reinauer (Pusher Tug)
🌍 Current Location: New York Bay

Midn. Riley Crocker is completing her cadet ...shipping assignment aboard the Ruth M. Reinauer, a pusher tug operating in New York Bay. Throughout her time aboard, Riley is gaining hands-on engineering experience while supporting the vessel’s operations and learning the unique demands of the tug and barge industry.

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Cadet Shipping Highlight

⚙️ Engine Cadet: Midn. Graham Higgins
📍 Hometown: Sebec, Maine
🚢 Host Company: US Ocean
⚓ Vessel: Green Ocean (Cargo/Car Carrier)
🌍 Current Location: Bremerhaven, Germany

Midn. Graham Higgins is spending his cadet shipping ...assignment aboard the Green Ocean, gaining valuable engineering experience while working aboard a cargo/car carrier operating internationally. Currently in Bremerhaven, Germany, Graham is building practical skills that will support his future career as a marine engineer.

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