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Shipping industry faces a shortage of 39,100 officers
2 sourcesFirst reported 24 days agoUpdated 22 days ago
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- The shipping industry requires an additional 114,000 officers by 2030.
- There is a reported shortfall of 39,100 STCW-certified officers in 2026.
- Despite the officer shortage, there is a surplus of 56,890 ratings.
- Demand for seafarers has risen significantly since 2021, with a 35% increase overall.
- Industry experts highlight the need for timely solutions to address this growing gap.
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