Belize Port Authority Hosts Maritime Education Expo, Showcasing Career and Scholarship Opportunities

The Belize Port Authority (BPA) held its second annual Maritime Education Expo today, in collaboration with various organizations representing the maritime sector. The expo was held at the BPA’s headquarters on the George Price Highway. Thadrian Williams, Technical Manager, Belize Port Authority said that the expo is held to raise awareness among students about career opportunities that exist within the maritime industry. Williams said that the BPA also spoke with students about scholarship opportunities that are available.

The Port of Belize Limited (PBL) was among the participating organizations at the expo.  Nicole Reneau, Human Resource Assistant Port of Belize Limited said that a key focus of their booth was to inform young girls that the maritime sector is evolving and that many jobs are opening up in a once male-dominated field.

Today’s event saw the attendance of students from various high schools. The Belize Port Authority also awarded prizes to high school students who won the Maritime Educational Essay competition./