Growing Demand for Indian Seafarers : An increasing global demand for Indian seafarers

One of the largest employers of Indian seafarers Hong Kongheadquartered AngloEastern Shipping Company is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary year and has initiated one of the worlds largest new cadet training programmes to increase the global share of Indian seafarers For the past 38 years AngloEastern Shipping Companys Indiabased operations controlled by the Mumbai office have played a pivotal role in education amp training of Indian students who wish to become worldclass merchant navy officersInterview of CEO of AngloEastern Shipping Company Capt Bjorn Hojgaard How can the global share of Indian seafarers or merchant navy officers who work aboard cargo ships be increased at a phenomenal pace to boost the job prospects for Indian nationals and students India boasts one of the largest populations of young and educated graduates seeking career opportunities Given the countrys average per capita income of approximately US2500 per year wages offered to seafarers or merchant navy officers are quite appealing in comparison More investment in marine training institutions in India should be encouraged to increase the global share of Indian seafarers in the years to comeMerchant Navy or seafaring profession has always been a lucrative career amongst Indian youth due to benefits like high salaries tax sops etc As a nation India ranks as the thirdlargest seafarer supplying nation worldwide The lsquoAmrit Kaal Vision 2047rsquo outlined by the Indian Ministry of Ports Shipping amp Waterways expands upon the objectives set forth in Government of Indiarsquos lsquoMaritime India Vision 2030rsquo It is estimated that the percentage of Indian seafarers in the global shipping industry is expected to rise to 2037 from around 1037 currently within the next ten years The total number of Indian seafarers has seen substantial growth rising from around 108000 in 2013 to approximately 250000 in 2024Tell us about AngloEasternrsquos worlds largest new cadet training programme initiated in India Under one of the worlds largest new cadet training programmes of AngloEastern Shipping Company over 2000 Indian youngsters are being trained at our maritime training facilities based in Mumbai to increase the global share of Indian seafarers as merchant navy officers who work aboard specialized cargo ships are in good demand across the globe Anglo Eastern Shipping Companyrsquos maritime training college based in Karjat near Mumbai maintains 10037 placement records as students or cadets enrolled at Anglo Eastern Maritime Academy eventually get hired by Anglo Eastern Grouprsquos global operations post their successful completion of maritime studies It is worth noting that presently among the 42 nationalities represented in AngloEastern 39000 strong seafarer base 5237 of them are from IndiaWhat is your message amp advice to young Indian students who wish to become skilled mariners and merchant navy officers The maritime industry offers a wealth of opportunities for those passionate about the sea With dedication and the right training you can navigate the vast oceans team up with likeminded crew members and shore professionals manage ships and ensure the safe transport of goods and passengers across the globeWith 7037 of our seafarers being promoted inhouse and a 9537 overall retention rate over the last 5 years we believe in the benefits of investing in our people and we have seen the growth of many seafarers transforming to various functionalities amp positions at sea and ashore In fact large sections of our management team have formerly been on AngloEastern ships while they gained solid experience and transferable skill sets at sea Working in the maritime industry is a rewarding career where you can experience diverse cultures and various scenarios and in a way with appropriate training and guidance they will provide opportunities to grow your skill sets and help you shape a global perspective Furthermore after accumulating sufficient experience at sea the world is open to you if you seek to further your career ashoreHow important is the welfare of seafarers for the growth of the Indian maritime sector Welfare of seafarers is of paramount importance and it is thus critical that we protect our seafarers from undue harm and discrimination There are cases where seafarers have been wrongly implicated in criminal activity without sufficient evidence As a community we need to ensure risks like these are mitigated to ensure those considering embarking on a seafaring career are able to do so without fear or prejudice Which is why AngloEastern has also initiated one of the worldrsquos largest and most extensive seafarer wellbeing programmes by the name We Care It touches the lives of more than 32000 seafarers and their communities every yearWe are aware that there is so much more that needs to be done and we cannot do this alone it requires joint efforts from local governments and industry players to build a more wholesome maritime community

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