Field trips

The academic activities are complemented with an annual five-day study trip to London. This trip involves visits to organizations and companies that are actively involved in maritime transport.

• International Maritime Organization (IMO)
• International Oil Pollution Compensation Fund (IOPCF)
• International Maritime Bureau (IMB)
• Belgian Embassy
• Lloyd’s Register
• Steamship Mutual
• Intertanko
• Intercargo
• Inmarsat
• Marshall Islands Registry

Apart from the London trip, several shorter field trips are planned during the academic year. The study trip and company visits are integral parts of the curriculum and are covered by the tuition fee.

• North Sea Port
  • Separate visits to port companies like Stukwerkers, Lalemant, DFDS, Sea-Invest, Euro-Silo, Galloo, ...
• Port of Antwerp
• Port of Zeebrugge
• Port of Ostend
• Port of Rotterdam