30/05 /2023
"සමුද්ර" (Samudra) – Educating school children on maritime industry
The first initiative of "Samudra," a remarkable CSR initiative by McLarens Maritime Academy in collaboration with Merchant Shipping Secretariat, Dock Yard, Elcome, and Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Uva Province was completed recently.
The first initiative witnessed tremendous enthusiasm as students from various schools in Uva province were educated on the maritime industry.
Speakers and topics covered were,
• Introduction to Maritime Industry – Mr. Yasas Telwatta (McLarens Maritime Academy – Head of Training/Assistant General Manager)
• Career Opportunities in Maritime Industry – Capt. Dhakshina Perera (McLarens Maritime Academy – General manager)
• Education and Training - Mr. Ajith Wijesinghe (Director General Merchant Shipping)
• Maritime Industry Services – Mr. Akalanka Rathnayake (Elcome – Director)
• Networking and Mentorship – Mr. Benny Fernando (Dock Yard Pvt Ltd- Chief Commercial Officer)
• Job Search Strategies – Mr. Shanil Perera (Interocean Energy Pvt Ltd -Managing Director)
