Exhibitors
The organizations listed below already confirmed the participation as Exhibitors, at the 15th edition of the Blue Careers Job Fair, to be held on October 15, 2026.
Additionally, several organizations are being invited and updated information will be published soon.
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Viking
World’s leading exploration company, offering destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Recruitment with focus on F&B, Housekeeping, Culinary, Hotel Admin, IT and Nautical departments.
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MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is the world’s third largest cruise line with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents. We’re hiring for Food & Beverage, SPA, Guest Services, Excursion, Entertainment, Medical Staff and Deck & Engine.
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Grupo SOUSA
Largest national shipowner of regular cargo lines. We have career opportunities in the areas of shipping, ship agency, port operations, integrated logistics, maritime passenger transport, tourism, energy and central services.
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FOR-MAR
FOR-MAR provides training and consultancy in the various sectors of blue economy, including shipping, fishing and aquaculture, shipbuilding, maritime tourism, recreational boating, oceanic renewable energy, STCW certification, among others.
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Work in Denmark
Workindenmark connects qualified international professionals with Danish employers. Meet us if you are a welder, pipefitter, electrician, automation technician, marine mechanic, offshore wind technician or engineer looking for a career in Denmark.
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SCYLLA
Scylla is a river cruise pioneer operating on European waterways since 1973. As owner and operator of 45+ river cruise vessels, we offer unique career opportunities across our Hotel and Nautical Departments, including F&B, Culinary, Housekeeping, Front Office, SPA, and Nautical positions.
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Amplia Talents
Recruitment specialist for luxury hotels in Europe and the USA, as well as for world-renowned cruise companies. We recruit talent for all sectors of hospitality, including galley, food & beverage, housekeeping and animation.
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Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys is the luxury ocean travel brand of MSC Group. The fleet currently comprises 2 ships and will grow to 6 by 2028. We seek hospitality professionals who aim to offer personalised service in a refined onboard environment.
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Costa Navarino
Costa Navarino, a sustainable Mediterranean destination in Messinia, Greece, offers meaningful careers in hospitality. Opportunities are available for Food & Beverage, Culinary, Housekeeping, and Leisure Services professionals to join a people-driven, purpose-led team.
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River Advice
As the world’s leading independent manager of passenger ships on inland waterways, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer. We offer exciting onboard opportunities to help you thrive and grow your career with us. We’re hiring for Galley, Restaurant and Housekeeping.
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RadarVirtual
RadarVirtual is a maritime training school located in Funchal, Madeira. It offers recreational boating courses, including sailor, local skipper, coastal skipper, and deep-sea skipper. It also conducts several STCW courses recognized and certified by DGRM.
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DGPM
The Directorate-General for Maritime Policy is a central service of the direct administration, integrated into the Ministry of Agriculture and the Sea, being the operating entity of the EEA Grants Blue Growth Program and coordinator of the Blue School ocean literacy program.
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Shorewinner
SHOREWINNER promotes the development of offshore energy in Southern Europe, supporting the training of professionals and the creation of opportunities in blue careers. The project supports the next generation of maritime and offshore energy professionals.
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UNIPVC
The Polytechnic University of Viana do Castelo has a wide range of professional higher technical courses, bachelor's degrees, postgraduate degrees and master's degrees. Highlight for two postgraduate courses specialized in blue economy and blue careers.
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University of A Coruña
University of A Coruña is a spanish public institution, whose objective is the generation, management and dissemination of culture and scientific, technological and professional knowledge, through the development of research and teaching.
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Portuguese Navy
Portuguese Navy is a centuries-old institution proud of its traditions, yet simultaneously committed to the future, open to innovation and society. Its recruitment team will be present at the Blue Careers Job Fair, with the aim of informing, receiving, and guiding applications.
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Azores School of the Sea
EMA Escola do Mar dos Açores (Azores School of the Sea) plays a fundamental role in the training and qualification of professionals specialized in the maritime sector, contributing to the enhancement of the sustainable blue economy.
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ADFMA
ADFMA Association for Development and Training of the Azores promotes the innovation and sustainable socioeconomic growth across Azores archipelago, supporting entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses, especially within the blue economy.
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Technical University of Porto
Born from the evolution of the Polytechnic Institute of Porto, UTP Technical University of Porto is a leading higher education institution in Portugal with a 170-year history, including eight schools situated on three campuses across five cities.
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Xunta de Galicia
Xunta de Galicia is a governing body of the Autonomous Community of Galicia - Spain, responsible for administering regional powers and managing basic public services. Xunta is organized through several sectoral departments, including education, science and maritime affairs.
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C2EA
The Blue Economy Competence Centre (C2EA) carries out training for professionals, organizations and investors; strategic consultancy services for organizations, regions and countries; and blue business and blue careers dynamic events.
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VIA AZUL
VIA AZUL promotes careers in the blue economy, including the sectors of maritime transport, ports and logistics, shipbuilding, marine equipment, blue tourism, offshore renewable energies, maritime services, blue biotechnology, among others.
Exhibitor invitation
Participate as Exhibitor at the Blue Careers Job Fair.
Please complete and submit the attached form. You will receive a detailed proposal and an Exhibitor Guide in the e-mail you indicate.