Human Capital
Collaborating in the maritime sector
The Human Capital Council (HCC) focuses on sector wide collaboration and knowledge sharing in the field of human capital. We inspire each other by sharing new insights and best practices, to jointly create an inclusive sector where everyone feels welcome.
The Human Capital Council is a forum in which experts in the fields of human resource management and education meet. Together we are committed to expand the influx into maritime education programs, enable side-entry for people with a non-maritime background, and increase the retention of employees for the sector.
Under increasing pressure from demographic shifts, global competition and changing needs, the development of strategic HR policies has become an urgent task within the maritime cluster. Only with a strong maritime sector with sufficiently well-trained personnel can we maintain our prosperity, realize our ambitions in the field of sustainable energy at sea and guarantee the safety of our coast and waters. That is why the HCC supports the maritime sector in developing a sustainable HR policy.
Goals of the Human Capital Council
Attracting, retaining, and developing (technical) talent is one of the biggest challenges facing the maritime sector today.
A culture of innovation, lifelong learning, and inclusiveness is crucial to remain relevant as an industry in a world that is changing at an increasing pace due to new technology and disruptive business models.
At the same time, the needs and expectations of (future) employees are changing. While previous generations often spent their entire lives in one business and profession, today the job market is more fluid. People no longer want to sail all their lives or just work in a shipyard. They are looking for variety in their careers. They also want their work to matter.
To deal with these challenges and meet the new reality, the HCC has developed a sector-wide human capital strategy in 2022. This strategy was then translated into a concrete implementation program. This program consists of four coherent program lines that mutually reinforce each other; Strong image, inclusive sector, future-proof learning environment and focus on career paths. Various initiatives can be developed within each of these priorities.
The program lines are connected to a strong Human Capital Community. In addition, an appropriate monitoring methodology is being developed to measure the effect of the program lines.
More information / Participating
Members of The Dutch Maritime Network can participate in the Human Capital Council. It is also possible for non-members to participate under certain circumstances.
Are you interested in a seat on the Human Capital Council, or would you like to receive more information about the activities? Please contact erwin@maritiemland.nl or call +31 (0)10 7470076
