Day of the Seafarer - In conversation with Gerardo Borromeo

The Day of the Seafarer on 25 June highlights the critical role that ship's crew play in the industry and the global economy. Marking the Day of the Seafarer this episode of the Seatrade Maritime Podcast features Gerardo Borromeo, CEO of PTC Group, one of the world's largest crewing providers, who is highly passionate about the importance of the role seafarers play, their well being, and ensuring it is an attractive career for the future.In conversation with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News, Gerardo discusses:The importance of having a day that recognises seafarers and the sacrifices they makeThe impact of the pandemic and awareness of the importance of seafarers in the wider worldImproving the mental wellness of seafarersThe role of seafarers in the energy transitionHow to ensure future seafarers are trained for the technologies that will be used in the futureDesigning vessels around the seafarersListen to the episode now to hear more about all these issues and much more from one of the world's leading top executives in crewingIf you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure you don't miss our latest uploads. For the latest news on the shipping and maritime industries, visit www.searade-maritime.com.Connect with Marcus Hand, Editor of Seatrade Maritime News:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcushand1 Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-hand-b00a317/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn