NMI is proud to offer two full bridge simulators and a Liquid Cargo Handling simulator to increase the benefits of practical, hands-on experiences for our customers. 

“Deep Blue” – our Full Mission Bridge Simulator is comprised of 7 plasma display screens and offers a life-like, on-ship experience for even the most experienced mariner.  This modern marine simulator allows training in standard procedures, shiphandling, watchkeeping and emergencies, developing professional skills and consolidating previously obtained theoretical knowledge.

Installed in 2007, “Shallow Brown” is our full mission tug simulator comprised of state of the art navigation equipment with plasma display screens both forward (9) and aft (3). The simulator has three interchangeable control panels to provide for multiple steering system experiences:

- Flanking Rudders
- Z-drive controls
- Independent rudder controls

The two simulators can communicate with each other and work in conjunction with each other, providing for a complete training experience.  While one student is docking a tanker in one simulator, another student can man the tug that is assisting in the other simulator.

“LCHS”  our newly installed Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator is used in both our Tank Barge and TankShip – Person in Charge courses.  The simulator is also used in our 24 hr. TankBarge SIMulation course, where students are able to gain credit for 4 loads and discharges by completion of the course.  This can reduce the sea-time requirement for obtaining those loads and discharges during normal work duties.