Welcome to the Maritime Data and Equity Navigation Guide. This resource is a collaborative partnership with the NW Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing and Technology as part of Career Connect Washington’s Statewide Maritime Workforce Strategy and Initiatives.
This guide aims to provide stakeholders with workforce and labor force data for the maritime sector. By offering insights, the guide empowers decision-makers to make well-informed choices regarding workforce development.
Who is This Guide For?
This guide was intended for training providers, economic development agencies, workforce development organizations, and community-based organizations. Employers, unions, and those working in the maritime industry may also find it useful.
What is the Maritime Industry?
The maritime industry encompasses the transportation of goods and passengers over water. It plays a crucial role in facilitating international trade, with over 80% of the world’s goods transported by sea.
This guide focuses on the workforce in three main sectors within the maritime industry:
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