A cruel lack of arms
The nautical industry needs people. While recruitment difficulties have been in the news for some time, they are now acute. So much so that the French Nautical Industries Federation has launched a major communication campaign called "The Nautical Team is recruiting the company's sales and marketing strategy is based on the demands of major boat builders in particular.
On the service side, the industry faces the same pitfalls as the various tourism players, with a shortage of manpower for the summer season.
Trade fairs and open houses : Immediate and medium-term solutions
To alleviate the situation, all levers are welcome. Recruitment fairs should attract exhibitors. Like Bretagne Pole Naval with the Pro et Mer trade show coastal professionals join forces for local operations.
In the medium term, training more nautical professionals in the various institutions is the other solution. Training organizations are making no mistake. The end of winter and the beginning of spring are open-door periods, and you can find out more about the many courses on offer on our website.
While the appeal of pleasure boats continues to grow, the challenge of training and recruitment is set to continue.