Bangladesh Maritime Training Institute — ISO Certified Post-Sea Maritime Training in Bangladesh
Bangladesh Maritime Training Institute, known as BMTI, is one of the most advanced maritime training centers in Bangladesh. Established in 2001 by Haque & Sons Ltd., BMTI provides post-sea upgrading and certification courses for Bangladeshi seafarers serving on foreign vessels worldwide.
BMTI is approved by DG Shipping Bangladesh for STCW 2010 training and is the first maritime training institute in Bangladesh to receive ISO 9001 certification from DNV.
Why BMTI
Why BMTI Was Established
When Haque & Sons Ltd. founded BMTI in 2001, the goal was clear. We needed a training center that could prepare our seafarers to meet the highest and most current international standards, without depending on outside providers.
The shipping industry changes constantly. New regulations, new technologies, and new vessel types demand continuous upgrading of seafarer skills. BMTI was built to keep our seafarers ahead of those demands, not catch up to them.
Today BMTI runs courses every week, serves seafarers at all levels of their careers, and maintains facilities that match the standards of the best maritime training centers in the region.
Approved and Certified
BMTI carries the approvals and certifications that matter most to international shipowners, flag state authorities, and oil majors.
Approved by DG Shipping Bangladesh for conducting STCW 2010 courses covering all grades of Certificate of Competency.
ISO 9001 certified by DNV for its quality management system, making BMTI the first maritime training institute in Bangladesh to receive this recognition.
Recognised for oil major approved courses, meeting the training requirements set by major international oil companies for their tanker operations.
Compliant with MLC 2006 training requirements for seafarer welfare and working conditions.
These approvals mean that courses completed at BMTI are recognised and accepted by international shipowners, flag states, and port state control authorities worldwide.
Simulator and Classroom Facilities
BMTI is equipped with advanced simulation technology and practical training facilities that allow seafarers to practice real-world scenarios in a controlled and safe environment.
Navigation and Bridge Simulators 180 degree full mission bridge simulator for advanced ship handling and bridge team management training. Radar, ARPA, and ECDIS simulator for navigation and electronic chart training. GMDSS simulator for global maritime distress and safety system training and certification. Type specific JRC approved training equipment for vessel-specific familiarisation.
Cargo and Engine Simulators Liquid cargo handling simulator for tanker operations training. Engine room simulator for marine engineering and engine resource management training. Chemical cargo simulator for chemical tanker specific training requirements.
Classroom and Learning Facilities Modern well-equipped classrooms with multimedia video projectors, slide projectors, and public address systems. Training videos, TV, and audio visual systems for supplementary learning. Nautical instruments and navigational aids for practical familiarisation.
Engineering Workshop Facilities
BMTI operates a fully equipped engineering workshop that gives seafarers practical, hands-on experience with the machinery and equipment they work with at sea.
Air compressor and engine generator for practical machinery operation training.
Power saw, shaping machines, and center lathes for engineering fabrication and repair skills.
Bench vices and pipe bending machine for pipework and maintenance training.
Arc and gas welding machines for practical welding skills development.
Drilling machines and hand shearing machines for general engineering workshop skills.
Grinding machines for surface preparation and engineering maintenance.
Life boat engine for practical survival craft and propulsion training.
LSA and FFA equipment for life saving appliance and fire fighting appliance training.
Various container lashing materials for cargo securing and lashing training.
Safety posters and equipment throughout the facility for continuous safety awareness reinforcement.
Courses Offered at BMTI
BMTI offers a comprehensive range of courses covering all stages of a seafarer’s career from initial certification to senior officer upgrading.
STCW 2010 Mandatory Courses
STCW 2010 Mandatory Courses Basic safety training covering personal survival techniques, firefighting and fire prevention, elementary first aid, and personal safety and social responsibilities. Advanced firefighting for officers with designated fire control duties. Medical first aid for officers required to provide medical first aid. Medical care for officers in charge of medical care onboard. Security awareness training for all seafarers. Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats.
Navigation and Bridge Courses
Navigation and Bridge Courses Radar observer course for operational level officers. ARPA radar course for management level officers. ECDIS type specific and generic training courses. Bridge resource management and bridge team management. Ship manoeuvring and handling for senior deck officers. Ship simulator and bridge teamwork with bridge resource management. Ship to ship lightering operations for tanker officers. Basic VHF radio communication course. EPIRB, SART, and NAVTEX operation and familiarisation.
Tanker and Specialised Vessel Courses
Tanker and Specialised Vessel Courses Basic tanker familiarisation for oil, chemical, and gas tankers. Advanced oil tanker training for officers on product and crude tankers. Advanced chemical tanker training for officers on chemical tankers. Advanced gas tanker training for officers on LPG and LNG vessels.
Engineering Courses
Engineering Courses Engine room resource management for engineering officers. High voltage training for vessels with high voltage systems.
Safety and Compliance Courses
Safety and Compliance Courses Enclosed space entry and rescue for all seafarers. Crowd management and crisis management for passenger vessel crew. Ship security officer training for designated security officers. MLC 2006 compliance awareness training.
Our Instructors
Every instructor at BMTI is a Master Mariner or Chief Engineer with long practical experience on the specific vessel types they teach.
They do not just know the theory. They have commanded vessels, managed engine rooms, and handled real emergencies at sea. That experience comes through in every session they deliver, making BMTI training relevant, practical, and directly applicable to real onboard situations.
We believe that the quality of training is only as good as the quality of the people delivering it. That is why we are selective about who teaches at BMTI and why our graduates consistently perform well onboard.
Hostel and Accommodation Facilities
BMTI provides full hostel accommodation for up to 117 students, allowing seafarers from across Bangladesh to attend courses without the challenge of finding local accommodation.
For seafarers who prefer to arrange their own accommodation, hotels and other off-campus options are readily available in the surrounding area.
This accommodation provision ensures that distance is never a barrier for a seafarer who wants to upgrade their skills and certifications at BMTI.
How BMTI Connects to Our Wider Operations
BMTI does not operate in isolation. It is a core part of how Haque & Sons Ltd. maintains and continuously improves the quality of crew across our managed fleet.
Every seafarer we deploy has access to BMTI upgrading programs throughout their career with us. When new regulations come into force, we update our courses immediately and ensure our crew are compliant before they need to be. When a principal requires specific in-house training, we develop and deliver that program at BMTI.
This direct connection between training and deployment is one of the key reasons why the crew Haque & Sons Ltd. provides consistently meets and exceeds the expectations of our international clients.
