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Date published 20 11 2025, Age 4 days ago

NMIT launches new purpose-built powerboat for maritime training

NMIT’s Maritime programme is heading into 2026 with a new custom-built 6.3-metre powerboat from Richmond-based DNA Alloy Boats.

Date published 26 7 2024, Age 1 year ago

Scouting out the best experiences

NMIT superyacht crewing cohort enjoy a hands-on project.

Date published 2 8 2023, Age 2 years ago

Primary Industries at NMIT get international nod

Prestigious scholarship winners from Indonesia are welcomed to NMIT

Date published 14 11 2022, Age 3 years ago

Maritime safety expo in Nelson

Kiwis love being on the water.

Date published 5 10 2022, Age 3 years ago

‘Squax’ Squires Memorial awarded

Annual award in memory of a tragic boating accident awarded to student by his peers.

Date published 6 8 2021, Age 4 years ago

Love of history steers student to maritime study

Garth McIntyre has achieved many things during his lifetime. His life experiences led him to study NMIT’s Maritime Operations SRL programme as he prepares to embark on the next stage of his life journey.

Date published 10 7 2019, Age 6 years ago

NMIT maritime award honours late skipper

The legacy of a well-loved and respected fisherman lives on in an award for NMIT maritime students who exemplify the qualities of a good ship’s mate.

Date published 19 9 2018, Age 7 years ago

Love your learning at NMIT

Studying at NMIT can be fun while you learn new skills

Date published 21 8 2018, Age 7 years ago

Get ready for summer

Gain skills for work in the maritime tourism industry to help you land a job on the water.

Date published 3 8 2018, Age 7 years ago

Immerse yourself in your maritime education

Our maritime students get hands-on experience in our Kongsberg Bridge and Engine Simulation Systems.

Date published 23 7 2018, Age 7 years ago

STCW made easy

A guide to STCW Basic, Advanced and Refresher Training available at NMIT.

Date published 18 4 2018, Age 8 years ago

Why Study Marine Engineering at NMIT?

Marine Engineering jobs are in hot demand. Skills are transferable. There is greater balance between offshore and onshore time. International employers love NZ trained engineers, and it’s never been easier to get the right training.

Date published 14 10 2017, Age 8 years ago

Your guide to learning and study over age 30

Are you heading back into the workforce? Perhaps you want to make a total career change? Wonder if you can wrangle study with other commitments like childcare or part time work? Step into study with this useful guide.