This book contributes to the study of the factors driving the development of shipping in our country, particularly in the area of Human Resource Management, as it examines and evaluates the role of Greek sailors in enhancing the competitiveness of Greek shipping companies.

The authors believe that this specific field requires systematic scientific research and documentation, as Greek sailors still play a vital role in the development of Greek shipping at both the international and national levels.

Taking into account the structural characteristics of Greek shipping and the Greek maritime workforce, European experience, and the conditions shaping the global maritime labor market, the book attempts, through an interdisciplinary approach, to demonstrate that evaluating the true cost of seafaring requires the adoption of a rational approach that considers both salary costs and the qualitative characteristics of sailors, which ultimately shape their productivity and effectiveness.

In this context, the authors argue that to assess the contribution of Greek sailors to the international competitiveness of Greek shipping, it is essential to examine their salary costs in light of their productivity and efficiency, as well as their contribution to the more effective long-term performance of vessels and businesses.

Acknowledging the need to maintain and increase the number of Greek sailors in conjunction with the continuous improvement of their work quality, the authors analyze the different approaches currently employed by shipping companies regarding the management of their maritime workforce and propose a policy framework that strengthens the maritime profession and further promotes the sustainable competitive development of Greek shipping in international markets.