Category: SMMTA Membership News

St. Maarten – The National Employment Services Center (NESC) St. Maarten and the St. Maarten Marine Trades Association (SMMTA) are pleased to announce their collaboration for the upcoming Second Annual Job Fair, set to take place on October 2, 2024, at the ALEEZE Convention Center in Madame Estate. Last Friday, representatives from both organizations met […]

The analysis is progressing, with a comprehensive report expected by June/July. Eco Sustainability, led by Guy Chester, was selected to conduct the study, partnering with Acorn Consulting’s economist Kevin Millington. As of now, the data collection process is complete, and the data is being meticulously processed and analysed. The study aims to categorise vessels accurately […]

As participants of the 2024 ARC Europe arrive in SXM, we’re excited to kick off the week’s activities with a warm Welcome Party at The Sint Maarten Yacht Club Bar and Restaurant. We look forward to welcoming all that are taking part and we also would like to thank the sponsors: Island Water World, The […]

Garth Steyn Honored with Royal Decoration as Member of Orange Nassau for Exceptional Contributions to Community and Maritime Education [

Our member, The Maritime School of The West Indies, offers a range of comprehensive training programs, which are, “designed to elevate your skills and knowledge in the world of yachting and maritime adventure. This is all done threw IYT’s comprehensive syllabi, certifications, and licensing that we provide and teach”. ​They offer Recreational courses for sailing […]

The Sint Maarten Yacht Club (SMYC) and Kidz At Sea are thrilled to unveil a pioneering training program, aimed at fostering local talent within Sint Maarten’s vibrant marine industry. This program is made possible through the generous support of a grant from Resources for Community Resilience (R4CR) in its 7th round of funding. The initiative […]