I would like to express my highest gratitude for providing me with an opportunity to acquire knowledge at a prestigious and respected Institute such as IMO International Maritime Law Institute during the class 2016-2017. After my graduation I received a lot of propositions from both the private and public sectors. However, I chose to focus on the maritime safety area and now I am working at the State Service of Ukraine for transport safety as a Senior State Inspector of Shipping Safety Department. I am extremely glad that I can apply the knowledge I received from IMLI in practice, especially since I was studying at the new and unique programme – Master of Humanities in International Maritime Legislation. The goal of said programme was to train specialists in international maritime law to effectively discharge State`s obligations and ensure that national legislation meets the international standards adopted by the International Maritime Organization and other international organizations. The fact is, this programme helps me in preparation of Ukraine for the IMO Member State Audit (June 2018), where I act as an expert and adviser to my Government. I am very proud to be able to contribute into development of the maritime area in Ukraine. Participation in that programme was also an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, views and experience with my colleagues from the different corners of the world which I met during my studies. This still helps me in launching fruitful international partnerships.