3. What advice would you give to someone who wants to start a career in the maritime industry nowadays?

I recommend the vacation seafaring programme of the German shipowners' association simply to try out whether or not one is actually suited for the job. At the same time, this is an opportunity for the shipping companies to get to know the new generation of seafarers. Afterwards, one can decide whether to start one's career with an apprenticeship as a ship mechanic or as NOA or TOA