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India — World's 2nd Largest Supplier of Seafarers
📅 Published 30 Jul 2026 · July 2026
India — World's 2nd Largest Supplier of Seafarers
According to the BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026:
- India ranks 2nd globally.
- Indian seafarers: 311,936
- Global workforce share: 12.16%
- Philippines ranks first.
- China, Russia and Indonesia follow India.
Important Data
India's position improved:
2015 → 5th position, 5.2% share
2026 → 2nd position, 12.16% share
Mains Link
Blue Economy + maritime manpower + employment + India's maritime potential
📝 Relevant Exams:
UPSC