Maritime Skills Academy Announces Strategic Partnership with BZ Maritime Leadership to Deliver Bespoke Maritime Leadership Training
16 July 2025

The Maritime Skills Academy (MSA), a leading provider of maritime training and simulation, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with BZ Maritime Leadership, specialists in developing leadership and human capabilities in the maritime sector.


This collaboration will provide high-impact leadership training programmes tailored specifically for maritime professionals worldwide. 

With a shared vision of raising standards across the industry, the MSA and BZ Maritime Leadership are combining their expertise to offer a unique suite of courses that focus on enhancing leadership and human capability development capabilities at sea and ashore. The training will cover critical areas, including emotional intelligence, decision-making, team management, crisis leadership, and communication, all tailored to the unique demands of the maritime environment. 

Mark Jaenicke, Operations Director at the MSA, said: "Strong leadership is key to staying safe and working efficiently at sea. Teaming up with BZ Maritime Leadership means we can offer powerful training that builds confidence in people and help organisations succeed in today's challenging maritime world." 

Karl Santrian, Co-Founder of BZ Maritime Leadership, added: “BZ Maritime Leadership are delighted to be teaming up with the MSA as together we recognise that leadership affects every activity and outcome onboard.  Our joint programmes will elevate leadership and human capabilities with the aim of inspiring a culture of excellence in maritime safety and operations.  Focused on practicality and the unique nature of leadership and teamwork at sea, the training will have an enduring impact that will provide a great return on investment.”

Training will be available in-person, onboard, online or blended to accommodate the diverse needs of our global maritime clients. This partnership strengthens both organisations' commitment to safety, performance, and continuous development in the maritime sector. 

Visit the website for more information: Maritime Leadership Training programmes.