MISSION STATEMENT

The Ship Maintenance, Repair and Operations Institute (SMRO Institute) in collaboration with the ship building and repair industry promotes the research, development, education, and applications of innovative techniques in the lifecycle cost of ownership and productive value of marine assets (Military, Commercial, and Pleasure Craft).   

Vision

The SMRO Institute will be recognized as a regional, national, and global center of excellence in the development of advanced theory, educational curriculum, and practical solutions addressing the complex problems in ship maintenance, repair and operations.  

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