New Pan-Hellenic Survey by Focus Bari

According to a new Pan-Hellenic Survey by Focus Bari, on the perceptions of
Greeks’ perceptions of merchant shipping and the challenges facing the industry,
it is found that:
– A sense of seafarers’ confidence is not well developed among Greek children, with two out of
The maritime skills are not well developed among Greek children, with two out of three Greeks stating that they are not cultivated at all.
– Although 45% of respondents consider Greek merchant shipping to be very much a part of the Greek economy, it is still not well developed.
developed, young people have the opposite opinion.
– 53% of Greeks would not choose or would not recommend someone of their own
to be involved in shipping
– Although 64% of citizens assess that Greek merchant shipping would not be the most attractive option for them.
develop in the future, only 26% consider it an important source of income for the national economy

– Finally, there is a clear need for action in terms of strengthening the
young people’s relationship with shipping.
 See the full survey here