Mission 20% by 2030 – Writeup for DGMA Website
Mission 20% by 2030 aims to increase India’s share of the global seafarer workforce to 20 per cent, supported by quality training, sea-time access, global employment and seafarer welfare. The Mission advances the workforce objectives of Maritime India Vision 2030.
Executive Overview
Mission 20% by 2030 aims to increase India’s share of the global seafarer workforce to 20 per cent, supported by quality training, sea-time access, global employment and seafarer welfare. The Mission advances the workforce objectives of Maritime India Vision 2030.
BIMCO Workforce Outlook
BIMCO and the International Chamber of Shipping estimate a global shortage of 39,100 certified officers in 2026, with 113,735 additional officers required by 2030. This creates a significant opportunity for India to expand its supply of qualified maritime professionals.
39,100
Estimated global shortage of certified officers in 2026
113,735
Additional officers required globally by 2030
20%
India’s targeted share of the global seafarer workforce by 2030
Global Benchmarking
Leading seafarer-supplying nations combine strong training standards, assured sea-time, employer partnerships and efficient certification. India can adapt these practices to improve training-to-employment conversion and global competitiveness.
Intervention Buckets
Competent and Qualified Seafarers
- Strengthening training standards and curriculum quality
- Ensuring assured sea-time access for trainees
- Improving training-to-employment conversion
Technology Intervention
- Digital platforms for training and certification
- Simulators and modern learning tools
- Efficient monitoring of seafarer career progression
Welfare and Facilitation Agenda
- Seafarer welfare and grievance redressal
- Medical and family support
- Facilitation of global employment opportunities