Abstract
Greek shipping is the world’s leading power and is well known for its efficiency and performance. The Greek fleet represents almost 21% of the global fleet in terms of capacity (deadweight tonnes – dwt) and 60% of the European Union’s one (Union of Greek Shipowners, 2023). Apart from the entrepreneurship competence of Greek shipowners, the contribution of Greek seafarers to the development of the so-called “Greek maritime miracle" has been decisive. Greek seafarers are known for their seamanship, qualities as well as their skills. However, according to data from the Hellenic Statistical Authority, the number of Greek seafarers is diachronically decreasing. Indicative of this trend is the fact that from 2000 to 2020, the number of Greek seafarers employed in Greek-owned vessels reduced by 45% (18.450 in 2000 vs. 10.087 in 2020). The aim of this research is twofold: first, to identify the reasons for the decreasing trend in the number of the Greek seafarers and, second, to highlight the initiatives and other actions the Greek shipping community could adopt in order to attract highly qualified seafarers to the Greek-owned fleet. In this context, a qualitative study was conducted, the purpose of which was to investigate the views of industry's stakeholders, in respect to the factors that shape the downward trend of seafarers figures. The outcome of this study sheds light on the reasons affecting the attractiveness of seafaring profession and further actions required for addressing promotion gaps.
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