A new simulation training set-up has been officially inaugurated at Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM), the maritime training arm of Petronas group subsidiary MISC Berhad.
The new system from Wärtsilä includes dual-fuel simulator capabilities, virtual reality features, and modules designed for training on sustainable fuels such as methanol and ammonia. It also supports education on new engine types in line with industry decarbonisation goals.
ALAM has joined Wärtsilä’s Maritime Advancement in Simulation, Technology and R&D Services (MASTERS) programme following the opening of the centre, becoming the first partner in the Asia Pacific region to do so.
“The launch of the Maritime Experiential Learning Centre and its recognition as Wärtsilä’s first MASTER centre in Asia reflects ALAM’s strong commitment to raising the standards of Maritime Education and Training (MET) in Malaysia and the Asia Pacific region,” said Captain Manivannan Subramaniam, Chief Executive of ALAM.
“As the industry continues to evolve, we must ensure our students are equipped not just with technical skills, but with the ability to lead, adapt, and thrive in a global maritime environment.”
“This new facility supports our broader ambition to become the maritime university of choice in Asia by nurturing the development of future-ready seafarers through hands-on, immersive, and internationally aligned training programmes, including those related to new energy, decarbonisation and digitalisation.”
The systems installed include full-mission and multi-functional engine room and liquid cargo handling simulators, as well as a navigation training setup featuring a full-mission bridge with 270-degree visualisation and three part-task bridges with dynamic positioning and extended reality functionality.
GMDSS and ECDIS simulators are also included, along with cloud-based platform to support blended learning.
