Are you up for the challenge?

Put your nautical skills to the test! Dock a vessel safely in 20 knot winds, operate a fast rescue craft in a search and rescue operation, or troubleshoot a stalled 4-stroke diesel engine in an emergency. The Master Mariners of Canada NL Division and the Fisheries and Marine Institute will provide you the mentoring and the simulators to complete 10 challenging exercises. On February 12-13, 2027, will you be the most organized and skilled team to win the cash prize and get your name on the Captain Jim Thorpe Plaque?

We’ll be the judge of that!

Who is the competition for?
The Nautical Skills Competition is for Nautical Science and Marine Engineering students registered at the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University. Whether you are in your 1st year or entering your final semester, you can be a part of this fun, friendly and challenging competition.
How do I register?
NSC 2027 is being held February 12-13, 2027. Registration will be opening soon.
Online Application
Nautical Skills Competition Teams
NSC teams are randomly selected and include students from all class levels. Your first job is to get to know your team members and assign the right tasks to the people who demonstrate the appropriate skill sets. 
Supporting Sponsors

 

MASTER MARINER LEVEL

 

 

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SECOND OFFICER LEVEL

   

 

 

THIRD OFFICER LEVEL

                                                         

 

 

Interested in sponsoring the 2027 Nautical Skills Competition? Take a look at our Sponsorship Matrix.