In celebration of National Maritime Day on May 22, 2025, this episode features Capt. Ashok Pandey of Massachusetts Maritime Academy. Capt. Pandey shares his journey from sea to classroom and how the Academy prepares students for careers in global shipping. He highlights their “learn, do, learn” philosophy, pandemic-era adaptations, and global industry exposure through international trips and partnerships with companies like Maersk and Clarksons.
We also explore how today’s maritime professionals must navigate sustainability, digital transformation, and international logistics. Capt. Pandey sees a cleaner, smarter future ahead—and a growing need for highly educated leaders to steer the course.
