A historic moment for Maine Maritime Academy!

We’re thrilled to share that TOTE Services LLC and Hanwha Philly Shipyard, Inc. have completed the third National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV), the State of Maine — and it’s on its way to us! This will be the fifth training ship ...in Academy history and the first purpose‑built vessel designed specifically for Maine Maritime Academy’s training and educational mission.

This month, the State of Maine will arrive in Portland, Maine for a formal handover and celebration before it becomes homeported here at MMA. Cadets and faculty will embark on its inaugural Sea Term in May 2026, training aboard a ship that sets a new standard for maritime education.

This vessel isn’t just impressive — it’s transformative. Cadets will train on a state‑of‑the‑art platform complete with eight classrooms, a dedicated training bridge and navigation lab, two full‑sized engine rooms, laboratory and workshop space, an auditorium, and even a helipad — all while gaining hands‑on experience with the technologies shaping the future of the maritime industry. Berthing capacity is vastly expanded compared with past training ships, and the NSMV also serves as a federal asset capable of supporting humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions when called upon. 

“We are proud to deliver another state‑of‑the‑art training ship to MARAD,” said Jeff Dixon, President of TOTE Services. “The expertise of our new construction team and the strong partnership with Hanwha Philly Shipyard demonstrate how collaboration between the private sector and government can successfully deliver complex, mission‑critical assets for our nation.”

🌊 Get ready, MMA — the future of maritime training is coming!

#mainemaritime #NSMV #StateOfMaine #SeaTerm2026 #FutureMariners #MaritimeEducation #HandsOnEducation #CareerPath #TOTE #HANWHA

🎓 “The ability to come to school with a cost reduced because of scholarships definitely impacted whether or not I would continue to pursue my options here or look elsewhere.” – Joey Valliere, Junior, Marine Transportation Operations

Scholarships make a real difference in the lives... of Maine Maritime Academy students like Joey. 💙✨

Join us for A Night by the Bay on March 27, 2026, to support student scholarships and hear more stories like Joey’s. Every donation helps students achieve their dreams!

📅 Tickets and more information: https://anbtb.mainemaritime.edu

#mainemaritime #ScholarshipsMatter #ANightByTheBay #StudentSuccess

Join us for our Spring Open House on Saturday, April 4, at Maine Maritime Academy!

Explore what makes our campus unique — from hands-on academics and career-focused programs to the energy of student life. Tour the Waterfront, step inside our labs and simulators, meet faculty and current ...students, and experience the close-knit community that sets MMA apart.

See it all — from academics, to the Waterfront, to campus life — and discover where your future can take you.

👉 Register today: https://admissions.mainemaritime.edu/register/OpenHouseSpring2026/

#mainemaritime #CareerPath #HandsOnEducation

Open House | Spring 2026

 

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Great day yesterday on the slopes of Black Mountain of Maine for the 15th Annual Maine Maritime Academy Alumni Ski Gathering! ⛷️☀️

It truly was a bluebird day, with nearly 50 alumni and friends turning out to hit the trails, reconnect, and share plenty of laughs. So fun — and ...definitely not to be missed next year!

#MarinersForever #SkiDay #BluebirdDay #mainemaritime

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

⚛️ Nuclear Lecture Series — Open to the Public & Livestreamed

Join us for the next presentation in Maine Maritime Academy’s Nuclear Lecture Series:

“The Current State of Nuclear Energy: Implications for the Maritime Industry”

- Tuesday, February 24, ...2026
- 4:00 PM (ET)
- Delano Auditorium, Maine Maritime Academy

This session will feature Brett Plummer, an adjunct professor and internationally recognized nuclear industry leader with more than four decades of experience in nuclear power operations, leadership, and project management. His career began with service in the U.S. Navy’s nuclear program and includes senior leadership roles at Maine Yankee and Seabrook stations, culminating as Vice President Nuclear & Chief Nuclear Officer at NB Power’s Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station. In that role, he has helped lead strategic initiatives, including the advancement of small modular reactor technology and clean energy development.

Plummer has also served on major industry advisory groups and boards, contributing to national and international discussions on nuclear safety, innovation, and the future of low-carbon energy.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight into how nuclear energy is shaping the future of maritime operations and global energy systems.

Open to the public — watch the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/WpLVAFUKMAM

#mainemaritime #NuclearEnergy #MaritimeIndustry #CleanEnergy #STEM #FutureOfEnergy

Life at sea calls for both technical skill and time to reflect. ⚓📚

As we prepare for the delivery of the new STATE OF MAINE and the upcoming summer sea term, we’re seeking donations of funds and books to help build the ship’s onboard library.

With your support, this ...library will provide cadets and crew with a well-rounded collection of educational and recreational resources — creating a lasting asset for students and staff for years to come.

More information and ways to support are available at:
https://mainemaritime.edu/waterfront/training-ship-state-of-maine/tssom-library/

#mainemaritime #StateOfMaine #MaritimeEducation #LifeAtSea #SupportEducation #CadetLife #MaritimeTradition #LibrarySupport #FutureMariners #DonorImpact