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Upcoming Free Online Seminar

Proud Partners, based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is set to host a free online seminar aimed at addressing the chronic labor shortage in the shipbuilding and marine engineering industries. This event will take place on March 10, 2026, from 13:00 to 14:00.

Seminar Focus

Title: Seminar on Skilled Labor in Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering

The seminar will delve into essential strategies for integrating skilled labor, specifically focusing on the Specific Skills program, which aims to alleviate ongoing workforce challenges in the industry. With government projections estimating increased demand for shipbuilding, attendees will discover how to build a robust and sustainable workforce.

Key Topics to be Covered:

1. Understanding Specific Skills: Latest developments including reductions in acceptance limits.
2. Practical Steps for Integrating Skilled Workers: Realistic approaches for companies to effectively onboard international skilled laborers.
3. Model Cases of Successful Integration: Examples demonstrating effective utilization of foreign labor in the industry.

Target Audience

This seminar is particularly beneficial for professionals working in shipbuilding or related sectors, especially those who:

• - Face long-term challenges with labor shortages and skilled workforce gaps.
• - Have realized limitations of solely domestic hiring.
• - Are considering developing core personnel through the Specific Skills framework.
• - Are exploring new talent strategies as part of corporate decision-making processes.

Application Deadline: March 6, 2026, at 18:00

To register for the seminar, please visit the official site: Proud Partners Seminar Registration.

Industry Context and Challenges

The shipbuilding and marine sector has faced significant challenges over recent economic downturns, including the oil crisis of the 1970s and the Lehman Shock in 2008. This has led to a continued decrease in workforce and skills among younger populations, resulting in an acute shortage of skilled professionals.

Government reports highlight the urgency for the shipbuilding industry to attract and retain skilled foreign labor, naming it as a critical focus area for sustainable growth through the Specific Skills visa program, originally established in 2019.

With a projection to accommodate up to 23,000 skilled foreign workers from 2024 to 2029, this seminar will address how companies can become involved in this pivotal initiative and effectively structure their recruitment and retention strategies.

Company Background: Proud Partners

Founded in July 2012, Proud Partners leads the industry by supporting over 5,700 foreign professionals through partnerships with 1,381 companies across various sectors, primarily focusing on construction and hospitality. Our vision is to create an inclusive environment where international talent can thrive in Japan.

For more information about our services, visit our website: Proud Partners Website.

We encourage all interested participants to secure their spots as we aim to foster a skilled workforce in the shipbuilding and marine engineering industry.