About EMTIN
Elkins Marine Training International Nigeria — part of a global maritime training group with over 70 years of excellence, trusted by seafarers across West Africa and beyond.
The Global Group
Elkins Marine Training International
Corporate Headquarters: California, USA · Founded 1952
Founded in 1952, the Elkins companies have developed a global premier training excellence brand. With corporate headquarters in California, USA, Elkins Marine Training International (EMTI) provides the best possible training and consultancy to the shipping and offshore industries worldwide.
Over seven decades, EMTI has built an international reputation for delivering rigorous, practical maritime education that meets the highest standards of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the STCW Convention. The group operates training centres and delivers on-site training across multiple continents, serving shipping companies, offshore operators, navies and port authorities.
EMTI's global reach means that wherever a vessel operates — whether in the Gulf of Guinea, the North Sea, the Gulf of Mexico or the Far East — its seafarers can access world-class training that is recognised and respected by flag states and port state control authorities worldwide.
Global Reach
EMTI delivers training and consultancy to the shipping and offshore industries across multiple continents — from the Americas to Africa, Europe to Asia-Pacific.
Nigeria Operations
Elkins Marine Training International Nigeria (EMTIN)
Lagos & Owerri, Nigeria · Founded 1999
Elkins Marine Training International Nigeria (EMTIN) was established in 1999 to bring the global EMTI standard of maritime training excellence to West Africa. Operating from campuses in Lagos and Owerri, EMTIN has trained over 10,000 seafarers and maritime professionals across Nigeria and the wider West African region.
EMTIN is fully approved by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and delivers the complete range of STCW mandatory and specialist courses — from Basic Safety Training for new entrants to advanced tanker, navigation, management and simulation programmes for senior officers.
Our instructors are experienced mariners and subject-matter experts who bring real-world operational knowledge into every classroom and simulator session. We also deliver on-site training at company premises, vessels and offshore installations anywhere in Nigeria and internationally.
Key Milestones
EMTIN Nigeria established in Owerri, Imo State, to serve the West African maritime sector
NIMASA approval obtained for STCW Basic Safety Training and specialist courses
Lagos campus opened to serve the commercial maritime hub of Nigeria
Introduction of ECDIS, GMDSS and advanced navigation simulation training
Dynamic Positioning and High Voltage training programmes launched
Over 10,000 seafarers trained — expanded simulator suite and digital learning tools
Accreditations & Approvals
Why Train with EMTIN?
Internationally Recognised
All certificates are IMO-approved and accepted by flag states and port state control authorities worldwide.
80+ Programmes
From STCW Basic Safety to advanced tanker, navigation, management and specialist courses — all under one roof.
Expert Instructors
Our faculty are experienced mariners and certified trainers with decades of operational sea service.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
Modern simulators, GMDSS equipment and practical training areas that replicate real shipboard conditions.
NIMASA Approved
Fully approved by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency for all STCW and specialist courses.
Two Nigerian Campuses
Lagos and Owerri campuses serve seafarers across Nigeria and West Africa, with on-site training available anywhere in the world.
Ready to Train with the Elite?
Browse our full course catalogue or contact us to discuss your training requirements — on-site, at our campus, or anywhere in the world.