Costa Deliziosa World Cruise 2027: 139 Days, 200+ Skilled Jobs for Naval Officers

Costa Cruises’ 139-day world voyage on Costa Deliziosa (92,700 GT) creates demand for 200+ skilled officers. Technical challenges and career opportunities in ocean navigation.
US Navy Ends Aviator Command on 31 Amphibious Warships

US Navy ends aviator command on 31 amphibious warships from May 2026, citing technical complexity. Aviators must shift to carrier operations or surface warfare.
II Historic Ships Symposium: 40% More Engineering for Restoration

Historic ship restoration requires 40% more engineering hours than newbuilding. Spain’s II Historic Ships Symposium addresses preservation challenges, with 50 specialists needed in 5 years.
Barcelona port awards €10.4M OPS for 2027 cruise terminal to PowerCon

Port de Barcelona awards Danish firm PowerCon €10.4M OPS contract for Terminal G cruise berth, operational by 2027 with medium-voltage shore power.
Fuerteventura Breakwater: €40.6M Caisson Project Boosts Naval Engineering Jobs

€40.6M EU-funded project to build 8 concrete caissons for Puerto del Rosario breakwater creates demand for naval engineers and maritime construction specialists.
STCW to GWO: Merchant Mariners Earn €300/Day in Offshore Wind

Spain’s 2026 offshore wind auction targets 3,000 MW. Merchant mariners with STCW can earn €150-300/day by adding GWO certifications. A €3,000-5,000 investment opens a new career path.
Santander Port Raos 8 First Phase Advances, Aims to Double Ro-Ro Capacity

First phase of Santander’s Raos 8 berth on schedule; aims to double ro-ro capacity from 400,000 to 800,000 units annually by 2027, boosting competition with Bilbao and Gijón.
Port of Sevilla launches tender for ship repair yard to attract dry dock projects

Port of Sevilla approves tender for ship repair yard management, targeting dry dock projects. With 4.5M tonnes cargo and 200k TEU in 2023, the yard aims to attract investors and create up to 150 direct jobs.
Spanish Maritime Inspectorate opens 30 positions for seafarers in 2026

Spain’s Ministry of Transport opens 30 free-access posts for maritime inspectors. STCW holders can apply until 30 May 2026. Salaries €30k–€50k.
Bergé cuts port crane fuel use by 26% with smart tech and new jobs

Bergé cuts port crane fuel use by 26% via telematics and algorithms, creating technical operator jobs in Spanish ports. Savings improve profitability and support decarbonisation.









