Navigating the Blue Economy: The Path to a Thriving Career
During 10-19 May, Dr. Nicoleta Acomi, professor at Constanta Maritime University and mentor for the Blue Generation project, from the TEAM4Excellence Association, beneficiary partner of Blue Generation, participated in the 10th session of the IMO’s Sub-committee of Navigation and Search and Rescue (NSCR) which took place at IMO headquarters in London. She represented the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU), the global network of leading universities providing Maritime Education and Training to seafarers for the global shipping industry. Dr. Acomi, provided strategic recommendations for the future of education and training in the maritime sector. This meeting offered a valuable opportunity for industry and academic professionals to discuss the skills required for future maritime careers.
Moreover, on May 18th, Dr. Nicoleta Acomi had the honour of participating in a special dinner alongside IMO Secretary General Kitack Lim, in celebration of the International Day for Women in Maritime. During this significant event, Dr. Acomi, vice‑president of WISTA’s Romania branch, engaged with representatives from WISTA International, a networking organization dedicated to attracting and supporting women in the maritime, trading, and logistics sectors.This special occasion highlighted the importance of promoting gender equality within the maritime industry.
As Blue Generation mentor, Dr. Acomi who provides professional guidance to young women and men pursuing careers in the blue economy, she drew upon the valuable insights and knowledge gained from this world class conference, and will continue to empower young individuals to pursue successful careers.
Our Achievements so far
- 39.000+ girls and boys in 6 countries have been informed by Blue Generation mentors until today about the training and job opportunities in the Blue Economy and we keep going!
- 12.000 youth engaged in active job search
- 1.900 enrolled in training and mobility schemes
BlueGeneration Project has reached thousands of youngsters in Bulgaria, Greece, Poland, Portugal, Romania, and Spain, remaining loyal to our promise to help them discover the unknown professions of the sea in Coastal Tourism, Aqua culture&Fisheries, Marine Biotechnology, Ocean Energy, Maritime Transport, and Ship building.
“I found BlueGeneration through social media, got in touch with a mentor, and togetherwe figured out how to transform my passion for the sea into a sustainable careeras a skipper. Now I’m starting my first job with a very good salary at a yachting company after only 1,5 years in a VET school”, said Marina, sharing with us her success story.
