About NTMA

A Premier Maritime Institution with Global Foundations

We are an “officer school” founded by Japan’s NYK Line and the Transnational Diversified Group (TDG).

NTMA is an officer-producing maritime academy established through the partnership of NYK Line, one of the world's largest shipping companies based in Japan, and TDG, a Filipino-owned business conglomerate.

Our Vision

A premier higher educational institution dedicated to cultivating transformative leaders in the maritime industry who are competent, innovative, safety conscious, and responsible, setting the standards for excellence and social responsibility in the global maritime industry and the community it serves.

Our Mission

As an institution for higher education, we commit ourselves to:

Advance our core values towards the maintenance of a safe and creative campus environment where academic freedom, diversity, equity, and inclusivity are upheld with utmost concern for lifelong learning and attainment of educational goals;
Deliver quality outcomes-based education responsive to the needs of the academic and maritime communities and stakeholders;
Promote research and extension initiatives aligned with defined outcomes that generate knowledge, foster innovation, and address real-world challenges faced by our maritime and academic communities;
Produce transformative leaders in the maritime industry and community through the holistic conduct of instruction, research, and extension programs.

EXIT COMPETENCIES

Refer to the technical skills engagement skills and values that NTMA cadets expect to have upon graduation. These competencies ensure that graduates of the Academy are fully prepared to meet the demands of the maritime industry.

Inspiring Excellence Through Transformative Education

Nestled within the serene environment of Carmeltown, Canlubang, Laguna, the NYK-TDG Maritime Academy (NTMA) is situated on a sprawling 9-hectare campus thoughtfully designed to serve as a “second home” for our cadets.

Our facilities are carefully developed to bridge academic learning and real-world shipboard experience, providing a safe, supportive, and student-centered environment that fosters holistic growth, creativity, and transformative learning.

Explore Our Modern Facilities

Discover world-class learning spaces, laboratories, and collaborative environments designed to support academic excellence and innovation.

Classrooms

Spacious and fully equipped classrooms that foster a comfortable and engaging learning environment.

Classrooms

Spacious and fully equipped classrooms that foster a comfortable and engaging learning environment.

AHA Room

A dedicated space that fosters collaborative initiatives through research, creative and artistic processes, and meaningful engagement.

AHA Room

A dedicated space that fosters collaborative initiatives through research, creative and artistic processes, and meaningful engagement.

Official Cadet Publication Office

The official workspace for the cadet publication team where campus news, articles, and creative content are produced.

Official Cadet Publication Office

The official workspace for the cadet publication team where campus news, articles, and creative content are produced.

Music Room

A creative space for music practice, performances, and cultural development activities.

Music Room

A creative space for music practice, performances, and cultural development activities.

Classrooms

Flexible learning spaces designed to encourage collaboration and maximize peer-to-peer and peer-to-instructor interaction.

Classrooms

Flexible learning spaces designed to encourage collaboration and maximize peer-to-peer and peer-to-instructor interaction.

Admin Lounge

A relaxing lounge area for administrators and staff meetings, collaboration, and informal discussions.

Admin Lounge

A relaxing lounge area for administrators and staff meetings, collaboration, and informal discussions.

Faculty Room

A workspace where faculty members prepare lessons, conduct meetings, and assist students academically.

Faculty Room

A workspace where faculty members prepare lessons, conduct meetings, and assist students academically.

Vision Room

A conference and presentation room used for strategic planning, meetings, and institutional discussions.

Vision Room

A conference and presentation room used for strategic planning, meetings, and institutional discussions.

Admin Lobby

The welcoming area of the Administration Building designed for receiving guests, visitors, and transactions.

Admin Lobby

The welcoming area of the Administration Building designed for receiving guests, visitors, and transactions.

Mission Room

A facility dedicated to showcasing and reinforcing the institution’s mission, goals, and core values.

Mission Room

A facility dedicated to showcasing and reinforcing the institution’s mission, goals, and core values.

3 I's

A symbolic campus landmark that embodies NYK’s core values of integrity, innovation, and intensity.

3 I's

A symbolic campus landmark that embodies NYK’s core values of integrity, innovation, and intensity.

Swimming Pool

A well-maintained swimming facility used for physical training, recreation, and water safety exercises.

Swimming Pool

A well-maintained swimming facility used for physical training, recreation, and water safety exercises.

NYK TDG Garden

A peaceful landscaped garden area ideal for relaxation, reflection, and outdoor activities.

NYK TDG Garden

A peaceful landscaped garden area ideal for relaxation, reflection, and outdoor activities.

Gymnasium and Flagpoles

A multifunctional venue used for sports events, assemblies, ceremonies, and flag raising activities.

Gymnasium and Flagpoles

A multifunctional venue used for sports events, assemblies, ceremonies, and flag raising activities.

Open Field

A wide outdoor field utilized for drills, physical education, sports, and campus events.

Open Field

A wide outdoor field utilized for drills, physical education, sports, and campus events.

Dormitory Building

A residential facility that provides comfortable accommodation and living spaces for cadets.

Dormitory Building

A residential facility that provides comfortable accommodation and living spaces for cadets.

Infirmary

A healthcare facility offering medical assistance, first-aid treatment, and wellness support for cadets and staff.

Infirmary

A healthcare facility offering medical assistance, first-aid treatment, and wellness support for cadets and staff.

Cafetorium

A dining and gathering area where cadets and staff enjoy meals and social interaction.

Cafetorium

A dining and gathering area where cadets and staff enjoy meals and social interaction.

Cabin

A dedicated residential sleeping space designed to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of cadets.

Cabin

A dedicated residential sleeping space designed to ensure the safety, comfort, and well-being of cadets.

Cadet's Station

An operational area that supports cadet's discipline, coordination, and provide recreational activities that foster teamwork and collaboration.

Cadet's Station

An operational area that supports cadet's discipline, coordination, and provide recreational activities that foster teamwork and collaboration.

Knowledge Resource Center

A modern learning hub equipped with books, digital resources, study spaces, and research materials for cadets and faculty.

Knowledge Resource Center

A modern learning hub equipped with books, digital resources, study spaces, and research materials for cadets and faculty.

Bridge Simulator Room

An advanced simulator facility where cadets practice ship navigation and bridge operation scenarios.

Bridge Simulator Room

An advanced simulator facility where cadets practice ship navigation and bridge operation scenarios.

Engine Laboratory

Hands-on training facilities designed to develop cadets’ technical competence in marine engineering, machinery operations, maintenance, and safety through practical learning.

Engine Laboratory

Hands-on training facilities designed to develop cadets’ technical competence in marine engineering, machinery operations, maintenance, and safety through practical learning.

Lifeboat Stations

Practical training stations where cadets learn lifeboat launching procedures and emergency response.

Lifeboat Stations

Practical training stations where cadets learn lifeboat launching procedures and emergency response.

GMDSS Room

A specialized communication training room equipped with Global Maritime Distress and Safety System facilities.

GMDSS Room

A specialized communication training room equipped with Global Maritime Distress and Safety System facilities.

Engine Room

A practical training room for the development of cadet's technical skills and practical knowledge in marine engineering and ship machinery operations for safe and professional maritime service.

Engine Room

A practical training room for the development of cadet's technical skills and practical knowledge in marine engineering and ship machinery operations for safe and professional maritime service.

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