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Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy Partners with Bahrain Polytechnic for Training and R&D

By 19Network Editorial Team · Jun 4, 2026 · 2 min read

Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy Partners with Bahrain Polytechnic for Training and R&D

Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy and Bahrain Polytechnic partner to launch joint vocational training and maritime research programs.

Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), the primary training arm of AD Ports Group, has entered into a strategic partnership with Bahrain Polytechnic to advance maritime education, vocational training, and technical research. The collaboration aims to standardize maritime qualifications and foster regional expertise through joint academic initiatives and resource sharing. Expansion of Technical Training and Research Under the terms of the agreement, both institutions will develop specialized curricula designed to meet international maritime standards. The partnership focuses on faculty and student exchange programs, allowing for a cross-border transfer of knowledge between the UAE and Bahrain. The institutions will also collaborate on research and development (R&D) projects, specifically targeting digital transformation and sustainable practices within the shipping and logistics industries. The agreement integrates ADMA’s advanced simulation facilities with Bahrain Polytechnic’s academic framework. This technical synergy is expected to provide students with hands-er experience in vessel operations, port management, and maritime engineering. By aligning their training protocols, the…