Gender Imbalance in Maritime Professions: A Fisherman's Perspective

In a short video posted on social media, a Belarusian crab fisherman, mr_moryak_, shared his observations on the gender distribution within ship crews. He claims that while cruise ships often have a nearly equal balance of men and women among their staff, fishing vessels typically employ far fewer women. "On cruise ships, there are thousands of people, and about half are women," he stated. However, he also added a subjective observation, noting that on fishing vessels, "it's not a fact that they will be beautiful." While his observations offer a glimpse into the gender dynamics of different maritime sectors, further research is needed to confirm these claims and avoid perpetuating gender stereotypes. The video highlights the need for a more inclusive and representative workforce across all areas of the maritime industry.