Shipping Giant Cuts 10,000 Jobs As Shipping Demand Falls

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At least 10,000 jobs are being axed worldwide at global shipping giant AP Moller Maersk amid a slump in demand for container freight, reports Bracknell News.

Slashing its workforce

The Danish group revealed it is slashing its workforce from 110,000 in January to below 100,000 as it looks to cut costs by 600 million US dollars (£491 million) next year. Maersk said it had already cut around 6,500 jobs since early 2023 and that another 3,500 would go as it ramps up...

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10th Maritime Employee Survey Reveal Low confidence And Job Insecurity

  • Less confidence in the shipping jobs market is seen and job security is now the most important aspect for considering a career move.
  • 62% of shore-based shipping industry employees are concerned over job security, particularly those employed in vessel operations.
  • 70% of participants feel their employer could do more to achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce.
  • 25% of all respondents believe they have been discriminated against at work.
  • 54% of participants are looking actively for a new job a...

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