Stronger Together: TMLG Academy, SPŠ Děčín & UNIZA

Stronger Together: How TMLG Academy, SPŠ Děčín, and UNIZA Are Shaping the Future of Inland Navigation in Europe
A Partnership for the Future of Europe’s Waterways

High-quality and safe inland navigation requires more than just good technology – it needs skilled people. In a market where hundreds of sailors and captains are missing, and new vessels are added each year, having a structured system to educate and train the next generation is essential.

A key pillar of this system is the integration of vocational, secondary, and academic education – and in this spirit, three leading institutions are working closely together:

TMLG ACADEMY – Training Base for Real-World Practice
TMLG Academy serves as a bridge between theory and practice. In Hlohovec, we operate a certified training center equipped with simulators that allow students not only to obtain certifications but also to build practical skills in a realistic environment.

TMLG Academy provides:
• Specialized courses and captain licenses (EU B, M, ADN, radio, etc.)
• On-site final exams
• Placement of students with shipping companies
• Mentoring throughout the training cycle

SPŠ Děčín – Combining Tradition and Practice from Secondary School
The Secondary Technical School for Inland Navigation in Děčín is unique in the Czech educational system. Each year, it prepares dozens of young people for a career in inland navigation. Thanks to cooperation with TMLG Academy, students can:

• Use modern simulators (provided by TMLG)
• Take part in specialized courses (e.g., ADN, safety training)
• Join real-world training and transition into practice early

This collaboration ensures that graduates are well-prepared, motivated, and in demand in the labor market.

UNIZA – Academic Grounding for Future Officers and Managers
The Department of Inland Navigation at the University of Žilina offers what few others can – higher education focused on logistics and management in inland water transport. UNIZA graduates often go on to work as:

• Human resource managers
• Fleet managers
• Operations or technical managers
• Or as ship crew members

TMLG Academy works with UNIZA to expand hands-on training – our instructors and partners provide expert lectures, internships, and real-world onboard experience.

A Partnership That Delivers Results
Through this strategic collaboration, we’re building a seamless educational chain:

1. Secondary students from Děčín → begin with motivation and basic training
2. TMLG Academy students → gain hands-on experience, certifications, and industry exposure
3. UNIZA graduates → enter the sector as officers or specialized managers

This model combines education, practice, and employment into a functional system – and serves as an example for other European countries.

Conclusion
The future of European inland navigation doesn’t begin at the port – it starts in classrooms, training halls, and simulators. At TMLG, we believe that collaboration between the right institutions has the power to fundamentally transform the industry.

Learn more about our courses and partnerships at: tmlgacademy.eu