MERCMARINE Training, formerly Mercantile Seamen Training Institute (MSTI Galle), was founded in 1986 as the first privately owned maritime training institute in the country. MERCMARINE Training specializes in training and development of local youth in the fields of Navigational Officer Cadets (Ship’s Captain), Engineering Officer Cadets (Marine Engineering), (Seaman)Deck Rating, (Motorman)Engine Rating & (Ship’s cook) Catering Rating as an entry level for the seafaring profession.” to home screen.