Big progress to share as work continues on the new pier in preparation for the arrival of the STATE OF MAINE!

As of February 25, crews completed drilling for all 251 structural pilings, marking a major milestone for the project. Rock anchors for the East Mooring Dolphin have also been ...finished following successful testing.

The pier stem is now structurally complete, and work is advancing across the site. Today, crews completed the cast-in-place concrete beams on west pier bents 1 and 4 — progress you can see in this video. Precast beams at bents 2 and 3 are in place and will soon be grouted, with deck panel installation on the west end of the main pier set to begin in early March.

All three mooring dolphins have their pilings complete and are moving into the next construction phase.

With four crews and more than 30 workers on site, momentum is strong as we continue getting ready to welcome the new training vessel. Stay tuned for more updates! ⚓

#TSSOM #PierConstruction #mainemaritime

🎉 What an incredible celebration yesterday!

We were proud to recognize team members reaching milestone service anniversaries in 5-year increments — from 5 years all the way to 30 years. Each milestone reflects dedication, teamwork, and the lasting impact our employees make every ...day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring these remarkable individuals. Our community is stronger because of you!

30 YEARS
Deidra Davis

25 YEARS
Christopher Grindle
Norm Yates

20 YEARS
Thomas Batt
Amy Gutow
Carl Olson
Dana Polojärvi
Cherylee Quirion

15 YEARS
David Ciampa
Sarah O’Malley

10 YEARS
Jeffrey Boal
Christopher Brinn
Traci Clair
Bruce French
Carey Friedman
Wendy Haslam
Joseph Moser
Amy Nyberg
Heidi Pugliese
Sean Walsh
Mike Young

5 YEARS
Laurel Christian
Rory Hersom
Valeria Mason
Elliot Rappaport
Hillary VanSpronsen

Drop a 👏 in the comments to help congratulate our honorees!

#EmployeeRecognition #MilestoneCelebration #ThankYou #mainemaritime #MarinersForever

Congratulations to our students on their successful ship assignments during the 2026 NROTC Ship Selection Ceremony! ⚓

We were honored to welcome Rear Admiral Joseph F. Cahill, Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic, who delivered opening remarks here on the campus of Maine Maritime ...Academy and joined in celebrating this exciting milestone with our future naval leaders.

Fair winds and following seas as you prepare for the next chapter of your service and careers!

#mainemaritime #NROTC #ShipSelection2026 #FutureNavalLeaders #NavalService #MilitaryExcellence #LeadershipInAction #SeaService #FairWindsFollowingSeas #NavalCareer #RADMJosephCahill #MaritimeEducation #NavalTradition #MidshipmenLife #AnchorsAweigh

You, us, and a shared goal to change our students’ lives 💙⚓

Please join us on March 27 for A Night by the Bay, an auction event benefiting student scholarships at Maine Maritime Academy.

This special evening brings together alumni, friends, and community members for a night... of connection, purpose, and fun — all in support of the next generation of maritime leaders.

📍 Maritime Industrial Workforce Training Center
46 Burbank Ave., Brunswick, ME

🕓 4:00–5:00 PM | President Johnson’s State of the Academy
🕠 5:30–9:00 PM | A Night by the Bay Auction Event

🎟️ Tickets: $75 per person

👉 Learn more & get tickets: https://mainemaritime.edu/giving/events/a-night-by-the-bay/

Join us for an inspiring evening by the bay — and help open doors for our students’ futures.

Event Sponsors: AMO, Camden National Bank, GESA, Reed & Reed, Boston Marine Society, BIW, East Coast Yacht Sales, Hamilton Marine

#mainemaritime #scholarships #ANightByTheBay #CareerPath #SupportStudents #GiveBack #FutureMariners

🚢 Schooner Crew Set Sail for the West Coast!

Maine Maritime Academy’s Schooner Crew, the club that sails and maintains the historic Schooner Bowdoin, recently attended the Tall Ships America Conference in California. For three days, our students connected with industry leaders, ...learned from tall ships professionals, and proudly represented both the Bowdoin and the Academy.

This year, the crew even hosted a session teaching ACS Stop the Bleed, sharing vital lifesaving skills with fellow attendees.

Thanks to the year-round fundraising efforts of the crew and the generous support of our donors, these students were able to take part in this incredible opportunity — continuing a proud tradition of education, leadership, and maritime excellence.

🌊 #mainemaritime #SchoonerBowdoin #TallShips #StudentLeadership #MaritimeEducation #FutureAtSea #SchoonerCrew