About Us | SUNAV Maritime Academy, Tuticorin

Est. 2024

DG Shipping
Approved

Who We Are

Building Maritime Leaders for Tomorrow's Oceans

SUNAV Maritime Academy is a premier maritime education and training institution located in the vibrant port city of Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu — one of India's most strategic maritime hubs. We are proudly approved by the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), Mumbai with MTI No: 412052.

Our mission is to produce world-class maritime professionals equipped with the technical knowledge, practical skills, and leadership qualities demanded by the global shipping industry. Every course we offer meets the highest national and international standards.

DG Shipping Approved
MTI No: 412052

Expert Faculty
Merchant navy veterans

Port City Campus
Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu

Our Foundation

Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission

To deliver excellence in maritime education and training by combining rigorous academic standards with hands-on practical experience, producing seafarers of the highest caliber for the global maritime industry.

Our Vision

To become South India's most respected maritime academy — a centre of excellence recognized nationally and internationally for producing skilled, safety-conscious, and ethically grounded maritime professionals.

Our Values

Safety First — Zero compromise on maritime safety
Academic Excellence — Highest quality instruction
Integrity — Ethical conduct in maritime life
Innovation — Modern technology & best practices

Why SUNAV?

Why Choose SUNAV Maritime Academy

We offer more than just education — we build careers at sea.

DG Shipping Approved

Every course we offer is approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai — ensuring your qualification is globally recognized and STCW compliant.

Experienced Maritime Faculty

Learn from active and retired merchant navy officers, chief engineers, and port management professionals with decades of sea-going experience.

State-of-Art Simulators

Train on modern navigation and ship-handling simulators that replicate real-world maritime scenarios, giving you the practical edge employers demand.

Industry Tie-Ups

Strategic partnerships with leading shipping companies, port authorities, and maritime organizations provide real-world exposure and internship opportunities.

Placement Support

Our dedicated placement cell connects graduates with top shipping companies worldwide. We maintain a strong alumni network that opens doors across the globe.

Port City Advantage

Located in Tuticorin — a major international port city — students gain direct exposure to real port operations, vessel traffic, and maritime commerce.

Recognition

Accreditation & Approvals

DG Shipping Approval

Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai

MTI No: 412052

Diploma in Nautical Science

Course approval by Directorate General of Shipping

Approval No.: TR/A/05/2021 dated 14 Dec 2021

STSDSD Approval

STCW 2010 Manila Amendment compliant certification