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The future of the transport industry is being built today and the Ministry of Transport (MoU) congratulates 208 new maritime specialists who have graduated from Riga Technical University Latvian Maritime Academy (RTU LMA) and Liepaja Maritime College (LJK). The MoU also invites young people to apply for studies at RTU LMA and study programs in Latvian colleges and universities, which prepare highly qualified specialists in the transport industry. We are proud of Latvias excellence in maritime and young people who have graduated from RTU LJA and LJK this year. Qualified young professionals are those who will promote innovative solutions and industry development, strengthening the competitiveness of Latvias maritime. RTU 31 graduates of RTU LMA, who have acquired port and shipping management, ship management, ship mechanics and vessel electric cars, have attracted maritime professionals. RTU LJA Maritime School, on the other hand, has graduated from 37 guardians and 20 guard mechanics this year, who have successfully completed their professional preparation for work on ships. The maritime industry has also attracted specialists who have acquired first -level higher education in ship management and a Masters program in maritime transport. RTU LMA is a continuation of the Latvian Maritime Education Traditions, which ensures high quality education in accordance with international standards. The Academy is an accredited vocational education and scientific institution, whose programs correspond to the International Convention for the Preparation, Diploma and Guard of the Seafarers in 1978 (STCW). RTU LMAs diplomas are internationally recognized, providing graduates to work worldwide. The sailors profession is highly sought after, prestigious and well paid. According to the latest Baltic and International Maritime Council (Bimco) and International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), about 950,000 ship officers and 1,070,000 sailors will be needed in the world fleet in 2026. Based on the data published in the aforementioned study, about 90,000 ship officers and 35,000 sailors will be missing in the world in 2026, while maritime educational institutions will have to provide 17,902 officers a year. There are currently 1.89 million sailors in the world. Taking into account that the amount of cargo carried by sea is increasing by about 3% each year (ships transported by 80-90% of the worlds cargo) and the number of ships in the world increases by about 3%, it is also logical to increase demand for sailors. Unfortunately, the number of sailors in the world not only does not keep up with demand, but it falls, including in Latvia. Our country has one highest places in the EU, according to the number of sailors against workers, about 1.07%. The most widely opportunities for transport and communication are offered by RTU, which is the main staff of the MoU and the companies of the transport industry and a partner for innovative solutions for the development and industry growth. The Transport and Communication Institute, the Riga Aeronautical Institute and other educational institutions are also offered in the field of transport in the field of transport. Communication Unit Email:
