Unab and Pacific International Lines Sign Alliance for Merchant Marine Officer Training

Andrés Bello University (Unab) and the shipping company Pacific International Lines (PIL) have established a strategic alliance aimed at enhancing the training and professional development of future Merchant Marine officers.

The agreement includes the creation of professional development spaces and onboard opportunities for students, strengthening the link between academic preparation and the needs of an increasingly globalized and competitive maritime industry.

Through this collaboration, the university stated, students will be able to directly approach the shipping world and access practical experiences that are fundamental for their training as future professionals in the sector.

The initiative also aims to facilitate the transition between the classroom and the job market, allowing students to gain firsthand knowledge of the standards, demands, and operational dynamics of a shipping company with an international presence.

"This agreement seeks to open key professional development spaces and onboard opportunities for students, connecting excellent academic training with the high demands and competitiveness of the international maritime market. Thanks to this collaboration, future professionals will have a direct bridge to one of the world's leading shipping companies, acquiring indispensable practical experience for their entry into a globalized sector," highlighted Unab.