Revealing both the positives and negatives of increased connectivity at sea and the growing reliance on peer support by the next generation of maritime, Sailors’ Society has published its latest Cadet Report – ‘the first digital seafarer generation.’
Sponsored by Inmarsat Maritime (a Viasat company), the report captures the voices of cadets, ratings and trainees from 30 countries.
Drawing on insights gathered from more than 9,000 Gen Z seafarers who attended the maritime charity’s global 2025 Wellness at Sea Conferences, this unique data offers the maritime industry an unparalleled look into the experiences, pressures and aspirations of its future workforce.
The report provides comprehensive insight into three key themes shaping maritime’s newest recruits – digital life and social pressure, mental health and trauma at sea, and confidence in safety and reporting systems.
Sailors’ Society CEO, Sara Baade, said the findings show that the maritime workforce is entering a new era.
“This report clearly shows
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