KINGSTON - The Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) for the first time in the history of the Department has employed females as part of its cadet training which is currently ongoing.
The batch of 22 marine cadets which comprises of 17 males and 5 females is pursuing training in Marine Inspection and Piloting and they have completed one year so far.
This programme, which is scheduled for a four year period, will expose the cadets to various vessels (both local and foreign) so that they can acquire the necessary sea time and experience.
