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

⚓ A Day with the NTSB at Maine Maritime Academy 🚢

Maine Maritime Academy was proud today to welcome two distinguished alumni from the National Transportation Safety Board’s Office of Marine Safety for a full day of engagement with MTO and VOT students.

🎙️ Marcel Muise ...(MMA ’95), Marine Accident Investigator in Charge, brings extensive experience leading major marine casualty investigations — including the investigation of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. His work highlights how thorough investigations translate directly into safer maritime operations.

🎙️ Bart Barnum (MMA ’06), Senior Marine Engineer and Investigator in Charge, offers an engineering-focused perspective on accident investigation, systems failures, and how lessons learned shape regulations and best practices across the industry.

Throughout the day, both speakers will visit multiple classes, discussing:
• The role and methods of the NTSB in the maritime industry
• How accident investigations promote safety and accountability
• Real-world case studies, including bridge resource management and casualty analysis
• The connection between operational decisions, engineering systems, and investigation outcomes

The day concluded with keynote presentations by both speakers, bringing together cadets for a broader look at how accident investigation drives continuous improvement in maritime safety.

This marks the second NTSB visit to MMA in the past two years, reinforcing the Academy’s commitment to preparing students for leadership and safety-critical roles in the maritime industry.

#mainemaritime #NTSB #MaritimeSafety #AccidentInvestigation #MTO #VOT #WeAreMariners

At this morning’s Regimental Muster, special recognition was bestowed upon students who took their U.S. Coast Guard exams in January and passed all seven on their first attempt. Students were presented with a coffee mug, sponsored by the Maine Maritime Academy Alumni Department, to commemorate ...this achievement. Congratulations to Ellis Braga, Noah Daigle, Devon Grant, Colby Guay, Meadow Hughes, Anna LaDue, Trey Marcil, Thomas Murray, Connor Parker, Mason Paulin, Anthony Perron, William Ries, Ethan Rodriguez, Sarah Shank, William Sherrill, Eliza Spear, Kelland Theil, and Jonathan Viens on this outstanding accomplishment.

Personnel in the picture from left to right are:
CDR Lonnie Christian, Deputy Commandant; Captain Justin Cooper, Commandant; MIDN 1/C William Ries, MIDN 1/C Thomas Murray, MIDN 1/C Trey Marcil, MIDN 1/C Ellis Braga, MIDN 1/C Connor Parker, MIDN 1/C Colby Guay, MIDN 1/C William Sherrill, MIDN 1/C Kelland Thiel, MIDN 1/C Jonathan Viens, Jamie Coffey, Director of Alumni Affairs; Assoc. Prof. Chris Monroe, Deck Faculty; Laurie Flood, Dean of Faculty; Dr. Ender Asyali, Dean of Maritime Transportation.

#mainemaritime #GetItDone #MaritimeLeaders #USCG

🚢 Join the Summer Sea Term Crew aboard STATE OF MAINE

Maine Maritime Academy is hiring for Summer Sea Term positions aboard the new, purpose-built training vessel STATE OF MAINE (NSMV III). This state-of-the-art ship represents the next generation of maritime training and offers a ...unique opportunity to work at sea while supporting hands-on education for future mariners.

If you’re looking to spend your summer underway on a modern vessel and be part of an exciting new chapter at MMA, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/MaineMaritimeJobs

#mainemaritime #CareerWithPurpose #NextGeneration

❄️ Get ready for the 55th Klondike Derby – “Going Nuclear”! ❄️

Maine Maritime Academy is excited to host this iconic annual winter tradition on campus, where scouts and teams from across the region come together for a weekend of fun, challenge, and friendly competition. The ...Klondike Derby celebrates teamwork, outdoor skills, and community spirit as participants navigate snowy trails, complete skill stations, and test their endurance through winter challenges. 

Whether you’re building sleds, mastering winter skills, or just enjoying the snowy fun, this year’s Derby promises memorable moments for all.

#KlondikeDerby #mainemaritime #WinterTradition #OutdoorAdventure #GoingNuclear