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2023
Logistics Shipping & Freight #officer shortage#maritime
Officer Shortage Could Exceed 100,000 by 2030, Threatening Global Shipping Operations
The global shipping industry faces a critical shortage of qualified officers, with demand projected to exceed supply by over 100,000 by 2030. The latest BIMCO/ICS Seafarer Workforce Report highlights a current shortfall of 39,100 officers and warns that nearly half of seafarers plan to leave within five years, posing significant risks to supply chain reliability and freight costs.
Jun 25, 2026 1 source
Free Trade Agreements #india#canada
India, Canada to Finalize CEPA by Year-End, Boost Trade
India and Canada are set to conclude the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of 2023, aiming to triple bilateral trade by 2030. This development was announced by India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal during his visit to Canada.
Jun 1, 2026 1 source