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

Do it – the shipping industry is very clearly an industry sector with a future. The profession is very diverse; officer is a challenging management job: he is responsible for around 20 people and moves values of up to one billion dollars. Those who involve themselves with passion will make their way. There are not many other places where you can make your career as quickly as on board a ship.