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K-Ship Technology Meets the Industrial Field Beyond World Maritime University Classrooms

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    2026.04.02.

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K-Ship Technology Meets the Industrial Field Beyond World Maritime University Classrooms
- Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries to host the 2026 Invitation Training Program for World Maritime University students


  The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF) announced that it would invite students from the World Maritime University (WMU)* to South Korea for an invitation training program running from Saturday, March 21 to Saturday, March 28. The program aims to introduce Korea’s maritime policies and industrial sites.

  * As an educational institution established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), WMU offers master’s and doctoral degree programs in maritime safety, environment, logistics, and ocean policy for government officials from IMO member states (176 countries) and employees of related public institutions.

  Korea has hosted this annual Invitation Training Program since 2004 to introduce WMU students—who are poised to become future leaders in maritime policy worldwide—to Korea’s policy development experience and industrial capabilities while also strengthening international cooperation*.

  * A total of 444 students and faculty members have participated as of last year
 
  A total of 13 people from 12 countries including Japan, India, China, Liberia, and Nigeria are scheduled to attend this invitation-only training program in Korea. This year’s program focuses on allowing students to experience directly at domestic industrial sites the next-generation ship technologies—such as autonomous vessels—that Korea has introduced to WMU students. By linking education with practical field experience, the program is expected to enhance trust in Korea’s technologies and contribute to the spread and expansion of Korea’s influence in the international maritime sector.

  The Invitation Training Program will include: ▲ tours of next-generation vessels such as Samsung Heavy Industries’ (Geoje) autonomous vessel and Busan Port Authority’s electric propulsion vessels; ▲ visits to technology development sites such as HD Hyundai’s Global R&D Center in Pangyo and Korea Research Institute of Ships & Ocean Engineering; ▲ and visits to maritime education and training institutions.
 

  “We hope that this training program serves as an opportunity for WMU students to deepen their understanding of Korea's maritime policies and technological capabilities. We will continue making various efforts to promote the competitiveness of Korea's maritime industry and advance the maritime sector, building on cooperation with the international community,” said Lee Su-ho, Director General of Maritime Safety at MOF.
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