The Maritime Training Institute, Karachi was formed in 1998 to protect Pakistan's strategic maritime interest as well as to promote the Education & Training in compliance to the International Convention on Standards of Training and Certification of Seafarers 1978, as amended in 1995, and to satisfy the recommendations of IMO/ILO Documents of Guidance 1985. With this new setup a macro approach towards global maritime issues can be adopted which will better serve the interests of the Shipping and Maritime Industry.
Maritime Training Institute provides a comprehensive range of education and training programs for New Entrants and Existing Seafarers, to build up and advance their career. All the Courses & training programs, conform to international requirements, and are regularly offered to meet the changing demands of the Shipping & Maritime Industry. Maritime Training Institute also organizes recreational activities and administers welfare schemes for seafarers.