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.
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.
Noble Corporation’s $565M Rig Deals Secure Offshore Jobs Until 2030
Noble Corporation secures $565M in new drilling contracts, lifting backlog to $7.5B. Semi-submersible extensions in Brazil, Australia, and Guyana guarantee offshore jobs until 2030. Analysis of opportunities for deck officers, drillers, and toolpushers.