Maritime shipping is a fascinating industry. It connects continents and cultures. Ships transport around 90 percent of the goods traded worldwide. Maritime shipping is therefore the driving force behind the international exchange of goods – and has been for many centuries. Today more than ever, cargo ships stand for modern technology and highly efficient logistics and are the most climate-friendly means of transport compared to aircraft, lorries and trains.
Does this exciting industry appeal to you? Then take a chance and choose one of the many career opportunities on board – or on land. Get the most important facts about the world of maritime jobs below.
By the way: For young people who just want to “get a taste” of what it’s like to work at sea, VDR and its members offer internships lasting several weeks on board ships during the school summer holidays to give pupils an idea of what makes work at sea special. For information and registration options for the VDR summer seafaring programme please go here.
