Kazakh naval cadets complete epic Atlantic ocean journey as part of distinctive educational expedition
The Kazakhstan Maritime Academy (KMA) has made history with an exceptional maritime education experience, as its cadets completed a transatlantic voyage aboard the Dutch sailing vessel Eendracht. This unique journey, which began at Cape Verde Island off the west coast of Africa, covered approximately 5,910 kilometers and ended at Curacao Island in the Caribbean Sea.
The partnership between KMA and STC Group made this voyage possible, offering KMA students from a landlocked country an exceptional opportunity to gain firsthand oceanic sailing experience on one of the world's major oceans. The use of the traditional Dutch tall ship Eendracht, renowned for its traditional sailing rig, signifies the high-quality educational framework KMA is adopting for its students.
The sailing voyage served as an essential stage in the preparation of second-year KMA cadets, combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience. It aimed to lay the foundation for a future maritime career, fostering advanced seamanship, teamwork, and real-world maritime navigation skills beyond classroom theory.
The journey provided KMA cadets with the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge in real-world ocean navigation conditions. The voyage was part of KMA’s broader commitment to distinctive, experiential maritime training aligned with global maritime standards and practice.
The information about this Atlantic crossing event was reported by the Kazakh Ministry of Science and Higher Education on January 20. The sailing voyage was photographed and credited to the Kazakh Ministry of Science and Higher Education.
This initiative underscores Kazakhstan’s ambitions in maritime industries, particularly at Caspian ports like Aktau. The expansion of maritime education and transport sector in Kazakhstan is evident, making this unique educational program all the more relevant.
In conclusion, the KMA Atlantic Ocean crossing aboard the Dutch sailing vessel Eendracht represents a unique maritime educational program combining practical ocean-going experience with advanced training to prepare Kazakhstan’s maritime professionals for international seafaring careers, supporting its growing maritime infrastructure and integration with global maritime norms.
The KMA's partnership with STC Group facilitated a significant opportunity for personal growth and learning, as second-year KMA cadets embarked on an exceptional education-and-self-development journey, sailing the Atlantic Ocean. This voyage not only promoted advanced personal growth but also equipped students with real-world learning experiences in maritime navigation and seamanship, necessary for a future career in the industry.
