India is second-largest sailor supplier in world
India has risen to become the world's second-largest supplier of seafarers, contributing 12.2% of the global maritime workforce. The BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026 highlights that India's strength is particularly notable in the officer cadre, where it provides over 13% of global personnel.
Why it matters
This growth underscores India's increasing importance in the global maritime economy and its role in supporting international trade logistics.
NEW DELHI: With a 12.2% share of global seafaring workforce, India has become the world's second-largest supplier of sailors, according to BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026. The Philippines continues to be the largest supplier of seafarers globally.The report published every five years is widely regarded by the global maritime industry as the most authoritative assessment of seafarer supply and demand.
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