Arrindell and Port St. Maarten CEO discuss maritime ties

Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita R. Arrindell and Port St. Maarten Group of Companies Chief Executive Officer Alexander Gumbs discussed possible maritime-sector ties with European ports, according to the Cabinet of the Minister Plenipotentiary. The Cabinet said the discussion also covered maritime career opportunities for Sint Maarten students and professionals in the Netherlands.

The Cabinet said the meeting noted demand for skilled maritime professionals in the Netherlands and discussed access to specialised training, internships and employment through international cooperation. It said potential cooperation with the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp could include port operations, workforce development, knowledge exchange and environmental sustainability. The parties also said they would explore follow-up initiatives involving maritime stakeholders in the Netherlands and Belgium.