Maritime Workforce 2030: Pathways, Progress & Preparedness (DMECA-IRS Technical Annual Seminar 2025, Open For All)
- Team DMECA
- Jul 9
- 2 min read
Shaping Future Leaders for a Sustainable Maritime Sector š 22nd August 2025 šOrganised by DMECA & Indian Register of Shipping
As the maritime world evolves with new technologies, sustainability imperatives, and changing career aspirations, the need for a resilient and future-ready workforce has never been more urgent. On August 22, 2025, the DMET-MERI Ex-Cadets Association (DMECA) and the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) are coming together to host a pivotal eventāāMaritime Workforce 2030: Pathways, Progress & Preparednessāādedicated to building the leaders and changemakers of tomorrow's maritime sector.
The event will serve as a vibrant platform for collaboration among industry leaders, educators, students, and maritime professionals to discuss the transformations underway in maritime careers and the skills needed to stay ahead.
š Event Schedule
14:00 ā Registration & Tea/Coffee: Start the afternoon with informal networking and arrival interactions.
14:30 ā Welcome Address: A senior official from IRS will open the event, setting the tone for the day.
14:40 ā Keynote AddressāPreparing the Next-Gen Maritime Workforceā: Delivered by the Executive Chairman of IRS, this keynote will highlight the critical shifts required to future-proof maritime careers.
15:00 ā Panel 1: āBeyond the Bridge ā Career Pathways Post-Seafaringā: A deep dive into the expanding horizons for maritime professionals post-seafaringālaw, insurance, consulting, entrepreneurship, and shore-based roles.
15:30 ā Panel 2: āFuture Skills for Maritime 2030 ā AI, Sustainability & Beyondā: Experts will explore the evolving skillsets required for the future: automation, AI, green shipping, reskilling, and upskilling strategies.
16:00 ā Fireside Chat: āVoices from the Seaā: An engaging conversation between a young navigating officer and a veteran marinerābridging perspectives from two generations.
16:20 ā Q&A Session: An interactive forum to address questions from the audience and ignite meaningful discussions.
16:35 ā Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks: Delivered by a DMECA representative, concluding the dayās deliberations.
16:45 ā High Tea & Networking: Wrap up the event with rich conversations over tea and informal networking.
šÆ Who Should Attend?
Maritime academies, training institutes, and cadets
Ship owners, managers, and classification societies
Ports, terminal operators, and shipyards
HR and Learning & Development professionals from maritime and logistics sectors
Government bodies including DG Shipping and MoPSW
Entrepreneurs, consultants, and legal professionals in maritime
Members and alumni of DMECA
This is more than just a conferenceāitās a call to action. Whether youāre an industry veteran, an aspiring officer, or an academic shaping the minds of tomorrow, Maritime Workforce 2030Ā is the place to connect, learn, and lead the change.
Join us in redefining the future of maritime careers.
