According to MB92’s fourth report, People and the Ocean, the superyacht fleet (boats over 30 meters) is expected to continue expanding until 2031, reaching a total of 7,500 vessels, up from 6,270 recorded in 2021.. This expansion entails an increase in the maintenance and reconditioning needs of the fleet, and with it, a demand for specialized personnel that the sector has not yet been able to fully satisfy.
The director of Culture and Human Resources of MB92, Carmen Sánchez Garrido, emphasizes that social sustainability in talent management is essential to face this situation. It’s not just about offering competitive salaries, it’s about creating a work environment that values employee well-being. “We are committed to the physical and mental well-being of our workers. We want our employees to feel that their well-being is a priority,” explains Sánchez Garrido. Furthermore, the report highlights that 85% of companies in the sector still rely on traditional incentives such as salary and benefits, while only a third implement sustainable talent management strategies.. This includes not only practices that promote physical well-being, but also policies to encourage diversity and gender equality, which are areas for improvement in a historically male-dominated industry. Currently, women represent only 2% of the global maritime workforce,
In the area of naval engineering, data from the Association of Naval and Oceanic Engineers of Spain (AINE) reveal that Only 80% of places in naval engineering are filled, and 60% of students manage to complete the degree. This training deficit is a central concern for MB92, since the lack of professionals with advanced knowledge in technology and sustainability complicates the monitoring of innovative trends in the sector. MB92, in collaboration with universities and vocational training centers, has launched initiatives such as the PIEM academy, aimed at training naval engineers in both technical and interpersonal skills. This project is part of a larger effort by the company to collaborate with the educational system and cover the training gap that currently exists.
Ultimately, MB92’s People and the Ocean report highlights that the future of the superyacht industry depends largely on the ability to attract, train and retain talent. Sánchez Garrido emphasizes that the labor market has changed and now it is talent that chooses companies, a paradigm shift that requires the nautical industry to adapt quickly. “20 years ago, we chose the worker; today, they choose us, they look for a company with values and social commitment,” he concludes.
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