Ethiopian Maritime Training Institute (EMTI S.C.) is a private company based in Ethiopia, aiming to provide professional maritime training for Ethiopian engineering graduates. The institute envisions becoming a world-recognized leader in training services, offering the highest quality seafaring officers and ratings to meet the global maritime industry's manpower needs. EMTI S.C. collaborates with Bahir-Dar University (BDU) to train marine engineering and electro-technical officers, including those at the management level.
The training programs, certifications, and assignment arrangements of EMTI S.C. comply with international standards and regulations such as Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW), the Maritime Labor Convention (MLC, 2006), IMO model courses, and is ISO 9001:2015 compliant. The institute's rigorous selection and training process aims to produce world-class marine engineers, with eligibility requiring candidates to hold a 5-year university degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and successfully complete university-level studies.
Despite the absence of publicly disclosed recent investments, EMTI S.C. demonstrates a clear commitment to meeting industry standards and providing a skilled workforce for the maritime sector. With a focus on high-quality training and partnerships with a prominent local university, the institute holds potential for contributing to the development of Ethiopia's maritime capabilities. Its alignment with international requirements and emphasis on training competent seafarers make it an intriguing prospect for potential investors seeking to support educational initiatives in emerging markets.