New record for Danish Shipping Education 59 trainees graduate

June 24, 2026

At a celebratory ceremony in beautiful sunshine today, 59 trainees received their diplomas after completing the two-year Danish Shipping Education programme.

The celebration took place in glorious sunshine at Langelinie in the heart of Copenhagen.

Nina Porst, Executive Director of Sustainable Ships and Competences at Danish Shipping, congratulated the graduates:

“You have completed a demanding program while building careers in one of the most international and dynamic industries in the world. You have developed knowledge, skills, and perspectives that will serve you throughout your careers. More importantly, you have built networks and friendships that will follow you long after today’s celebration is over.”

We look forward to following your careers, celebrating your successes, and meeting you again: in companies, ports, boardrooms, conference

Nina Porst, Executive Director of Sustainable Ships and Competences at Danish Shipping

“You are now part of a growing community of Danish Shipping Education alumni. We look forward to following your careers, celebrating your successes, and meeting you again: in companies, ports, boardrooms, conferences, and perhaps one day back here as guest speakers inspiring future generations of trainees”, said Nina Porst in her speech.

Two awards were presented at the graduation ceremony: “Best FIE assignment of the year” and “Buddy of the year”.

The winners for ”Best Final Interdisciplinary Exam project” were Evan Lloyd og Scott Murphy (Fednav) and Andreas Kiellberg Michaelsen (Norden).

The winner of the ”Best Buddy of DSE 2024-2026” award was Andre Ibuaka (KPI OceanConnect).

Photo: Carsten Lundager

Danish Shipping Education

Danish Shipping Education shapes the shipping professionals of the future in collaboration with shipping companies, combining theory and practice to prepare trainees for an exciting future in global shipping.

Danish Shipping Education targets trainees employed within the shipping, bunkering, and maritime sectors and combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience. All trainees are employed in a trainee position prior to and during their enrolment in Danish Shipping Education. This dual structure ensures that practical experience complements the theoretical components of the programme and contributes to a holistic understanding of the shipping industry.

Over the course of two years, trainees complete academic courses in the following six subject areas: