The Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE) and the Naval Dockyard Limited are in partnership to train Mechanical Engineering Graduates.
NIMechE’s National Chairperson, Dr Funmi Akingbagbohun, said the agreement for the training was reached with the Naval Dockyard during a courtesy call on the Dockyard in Lagos.
Akingbagbohun said it was important to train potential Mechanical Engineers with practical skills required to take over the mechanical industry in the future.
“We are happy on the partnership to train the Mechanical Engineers in the dockyard and would begin to put in place necessary requirements to achieve this.
“It is important to groom the younger mechanical engineers that would take up the centre stage of the industry soon, as we are no longer at the centre stage”, she said.
According to her, the Naval dockyard stands as a testament to human ingenuity and engineering excellence and a hub of innovation, where precision engineering meets the challenges of the sea.
She continued that “the Dockyard is not just about ships, it encompasses a wide range of mechanical systems and equipment, including cranes, heavy machinery, and advanced robotics”.
The Chairperson noted that the partnership is beyond the confines of a contractual arrangement, and amounts to a collaborative journey where knowledge is shared, problems are solved, and progress is made together.
“We work hand-in-hand with the skilled personnel at the Naval dockyard, understanding their requirements and tailoring our engineering solutions to meet their specific needs.
“This partnership is not static, it is dynamic and evolving, as technology advances and the maritime industry faces new challenges, mechanical engineers adapt and innovate.
“For the Naval Dockyard, it means access to cutting-edge technologies, cost-effective solutions, and the assurance of quality in every mechanical component.
“Mechanical Engineers, in turn, gain invaluable real world experience, exposure to unique challenges and the satisfaction of contributing to the defense and security of our nation,” she said.
According to her, NIMechE embraces the spirit of continuous improvement and always strive to develop better, more efficient and sustainable solutions for the naval sector.
Earlier, the Admiral Supreintendent, Naval Dockyard Limited, Rear Admiral Abolaji Orederu, expressed readiness to partner with NIMechE to train the young mechanical engineers.