FIELDS OF EDUCATION, CAREER OPTIONS AND PROSPECTUS

MERCHANT NAVY

Job / Employment Opportunities

Merchant Navy is the backbone of international trade, carrying cargo all over the world. Without the merchant navy, much of the import-export business would come to a grinding halt! Placement may be found on various types of ships such as tankers, cargo and passenger ships. Companies that run merchant ships require trained people who can operate and maintain the ships. Trained people are required for the three main departments of the ship: the deck, the engine and the service department.

So far there are no openings for women in the Merchant Navy, but there are moves to induct women as Radio Officers and Ship Doctors. More and more women are now opting for training in marine engineering, which will eventually lead to their employment in the Merchant Navy.

Therefore, there is enough scope for employment in Indian as well as foreign ships. And since the Merchant Navy offers excellent remuneration and good career prospects, many young people are being attracted to the profession.

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