The maritime industry stands at a generational and operational crossroads. From offshore rigs to inland waterways, tugboats to container ships, and dry cargo operations to federal agencies — every segment of the sector is undergoing profound shifts in workforce dynamics.
This session dives into how maritime organizations are adapting to a changing labor landscape, addressing:
– Career Transitions: Supporting mariners moving from offshore to shoreside roles — and tackling the challenge of retaining experienced talent.
– Generational Collaboration: Bridging the gap between Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z, each bringing unique skills, perspectives, and communication styles.
– Recruitment Realities: What’s working now, what must evolve, and how to attract and retain younger, more diverse candidates.
– Women in Maritime: Expanding opportunities, strengthening the pipeline, and amplifying the impact of women across all levels of the industry.
– Training Gaps: Addressing weaknesses in maritime education and trade schools, and understanding how geographic disparities limit workforce potential.
– Global vs. Domestic Talent: Finding the right balance in recruitment strategies and defining what the future workforce mix should look like.
From the wheelhouse to the HR office, this session offers both tactical insight and strategic vision for maritime leaders, recruiters, and policymakers ready to shape the next generation of the maritime workforce.
