Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies

The institute has been operational since 1 August 2005 with its pioneer batch comprising 40 deck cadets selected on merit and the first batch of Graduate Marine Engineering Scheme training started from October 2005. The curriculum for the cadet training, provides the candidate with the essential theoretical and practical training so as to prepare them to endure and excel in the life faced at sea. The institute is a backward integration of Executive Ship Management Private Limited (ESM), a ship management company based in Singapore. Having instituted a post sea training facility, SIMS embarked on another training project in starting a pre sea training facility for deck and engine cadets. Located at Lonavala, Maharashtra, this campus complements the present post sea training offered in Govandi, Mumbai. The institute was assessed in a comprehensive inspection program by the DG Shipping Govt of India in year 2015 and ranked No 1 among all maritime training institutes in India. The criteria for assessment included infrastructure, ambience, faculty and quality of training imparted, student development program, onboard training and placement records. ==Sustainable energy==

The campus is notable for its employment of solar photovoltaic panels, one on a ninety-meter (293') long solar wall, is the longest in the world. Water is heated through the employment of solar heating panels. The campus plan is devised to re-generate the subterranean aquifer system. A water collection pool, near the river, acts as a holding pool, recharging and sustaining the micro-environment and bio-diversity of the campus. A system of canals and water management devices, temper the flow and retention of water in this drought prone area. == Contemporary architecture ==

The campus has been designed by the award-winning architect Christopher Charles Benninger who has also designed the Mahindra United World College of India, the Center for Development Studies and Activities and the new campus for the Indian Institute of Management at Calcutta. The buildings have set a new trend in Indian modern architecture. The Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies (SIMS) near Mumbai was established by Executive Ship Management (ESM) Singapore. == Accreditation ==

• ICRA Top Grade. • Recognized by the Directorate General of Shipping, India. • Indian Maritime University • Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. • Det Norske Veritas, Norway for ISO 9001:2015. • Maritime and Coastguard Agency (UK), Panama, Liberia and Marshall Islands Authorities (Ship Security Officers Course). • Executive Ship Management Private Limited, Singapore. (Owner of SIMS) • BP Shipping (Partner) == Training facilities ==

The institute is spread out over a floor area in excess of 20,000 sq feet, SIMS provides hands-on training on simulators and various equipment as well as a training courses to ESM's officers and ratings. The simulators include the only 240° field of view bridge simulator presently in India, an engine room simulator and a liquid cargo handling simulator – all loaded with programme modules based on present vessels under ESM's management. ;Some of the key facilities include: • Simulators • 240° Field of View Full Mission Bridge Simulator. • Engine Room Full Mission Simulator. • Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (LCHS) for oil, gas and chemical cargoes. • Electronic Chart Display Information System (ECDIS) simulator. • Inert Gas Plant. • Equipment • Fully fitted-out Cargo Tank Replica with Framo pump. • Automation Control Engineering Laboratory • Hydraulic Trainer Equipment. • Pneumatic Trainer Equipment. • Miura Boiler Combustion equipment and controls. • Terasaki Group Starter Panel. • Main Engine Manoeuvring System. • Other Fittings • Basic electronic trainers • Tanker fittings such as PV valves, tank cleaning machine • Safety equipment such as BA sets, fireman's suit, BA compressor etc. • Other Facilities • Conference Hall • Library • Auditorium • Briefing room • Classrooms • Student hostel with rooms • Catering center • Swimming pool, sports and recreational facilities == Awards ==

The institute has won the following awards for its architecture: • J.K. Cement-Architect of the Year Awards 2009, Best Educational Institute Award • Indian Institute Architects Award 2008, Excellence in Architecture for Best Public Building • Institute of Steel Development & Growth (INSDAG) 2009, Runner's up for Best Steel Structure in India • ArchiDesign Awards 2009, Architect of the Year Award • World Architecture Festival Award 2009, Barcelona, Category: Education – Finalist == Pre sea courses at SIMS Lonavla ==

== Post sea mandatory courses at SIMS Mumbai/Lonavala/Chandigarh/ Cochin ==