Finland Nominated for Another Term on the IMO Council – Xamk Experts Participating in London

The Ministry of Transport and Communications has invited Finnish maritime education institutions to join Finland’s delegation at the IMO General Assembly, which will be held in London from November 21 to December 3, 2025. Among the participants are Heikki Saastamoinen, CEO and President of South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk), and Director of Education Olli-Pekka Brunila.

“Xamk has been working closely with authorities from various countries for several years. We are looking forward to the opportunity to showcase our expertise and build new valuable connections at the IMO General Assembly,” says Saastamoinen.

Finnish maritime education attracts wide international interest, and the IMO meeting also serves as a platform for promoting educational exports. Xamk is actively contributing to building a sustainable and skilled future for maritime industries.

Maritime education at Xamk

Xamk’s maritime education programs are based in Kotka, where a new campus completed in 2024 offers students state-of-the-art learning environments. Students have access to Finland’s newest simulator center, a training vessel, and commercial ships.

At the Kotka campus, students can pursue a Bachelor of Maritime Management, Marine Technology, a Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Engineering or Electrical Marine Engineering, as well as a Master’s degree in Maritime Management. The programs meet international standards and prepare students for global careers in the maritime sector.