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Carnival partners with Mexican university on cadet programCarnival partners with Mexican university on cadet program

Carnival Cruise Line's first partnership with a maritime university in Mexico formalizes a cadet program on its fleet.

Anne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

May 29, 2024

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This will provide cadets from the Maritime and Port University of Mexico who are near the completion of their four-year program the opportunity to take part in a 180-day apprenticeship on a Carnival ship.

Longstanding relationship

'We are impressed with the caliber of the curriculum at the Maritime and Port University of Mexico and its culture fits perfectly with our core values at Carnival,' said Domenico Rognoni, chief marine officer of Carnival Cruise Line. 'Carnival has been sailing to Mexican ports for more than 50 years, so by providing cadets from the Maritime and Port University of Mexico with the opportunity to work on board our ships, we are providing career opportunities and furthering strengthening our longstanding relationship.'

Founded in 1972, the Maritime and Port University of Mexico has a rich tradition and is currently responsible for all the country’s navy and merchant marine officers. Today, the university has approximately 900 students across three campuses in Mazatlán, Tampico and Veracruz.

Education and tourism

The partnership agreement shows 'our shared understanding that education and tourism are two fundamental aspects for our respective advancement,' according to Capt. Alt. Manuel Gutierrez Gallardo, coordinator general of Mexico's Ports and Merchant Marine.

Carnival has similar programs in partnership with universities and other organizations around the world.

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About the Author

Anne Kalosh

Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review

Anne Kalosh covers global stories, reporting both breaking and in-depth news on cruising's significant people, places, ships and trends. A sought-after expert on cruising, she has moderated conferences around the world, including the high-profile State of the Industry panel at Seatrade Cruise Global. She created and led the acclaimed itinerary-planning case study for Seatrade's cruise master classes held at Cambridge and Oxford universities. She has been the cruise columnist for AFAR.com, and her freelance stories have appeared in a wide range of publications, from The New York Times to The Miami Herald.

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