Discounted membership - available at Associate, Member and Fellow grades - provides those who’s permanent place of employment is at sea with access to the benefits of IMarEST membership, while taking into consideration the limitations associated with employment at sea.
IMarEST membership is a bridge that connects seafarers with the wider marine sector.
IMarEST member
Engineer employed at sea
How much will I pay?
Our seafarer rate has been designed to provide the most value to seafaring members.
Fees are decided according to what group or territory your country is in. You can find more information about country groups on our Membership Fees page.
The skills shortage in the maritime industry has been well documented. As well as a short supply of willing recruits, there are also capacity constraints on the training pathways that are essential to not only onboard people into the industry but to also progress their career at sea.
Seafarer supply is lagging behind demand, putting workers and vessels at risk. Changing aspirations are making recruitment harder than ever – but upskilling and career progression could offer one solution.
We speak with Lizi Woodland, Chair of IMarEST’s Seafarer Mental Health and Wellbeing Special Interest Group (SIG) and Business Development Manager of the Guild of Benevolence, about some of the supportive actions being taken.
