The Full Ahead Podcast at the Ferry Shipping Summit 2025 Episode 2

In the second of our series recorded in Sweden Alistair Eagles and Nigel Thompson look at an issue that affects the whole shipping industry - recruitment.It’s still the case that the image of the industry remains ‘male, pale and stale.’ That’s what Alistair said during his speech at the Ferry Shipping Summit 2025 in Malmo and not only lived to tell the tale but there were more than just a few murmurs of agreement!In this second episode recorded at the summit, we hear from some of those who are looking to make a career in the industry.From students to graduate trainees, we met a number who are on the first rung and heard how they got there and what they hope to achieve in the future.Produced by Nigel Thompson.Show notes:2025 summit downloadsDetails of Ferry Shipping Summit 2026Details of maritime careers in the UKPodcast contents:1-3 minutes setting the scene3-7 minutes We meet Mohammad, a recent graduate from the World Maritime University in Malmo9-15 minutes DFDS graduate trainees Pavlina and Andrea tell their stories.16-18 minutes Ebba Martensson from IT company Surikat talks about her experience in industry so far.