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Hire Shipping Executives — faster, vetted, worldwide
Shipowners, ship managers, container lines, cruise lines, port authorities, terminals, shipyards, offshore operators, and marine engineering firms use CosmoQuick to source qualified shipping executives. Post your requirement and get matched in days, not months.
Median Salary
$44.0k
$31.7k – $61.6k
Demand Score
94/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
8.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+15%
rolling 12 months
Why employers hire on CosmoQuick
CosmoQuick matches maritime talent on STCW endorsements, sea-time, type experience, vetting, and trade — eliminating the weeks lost in unstructured search. Hiring teams see vetted, ready-to-interview profiles within days.
Market outlook
Demand for shipping executives in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 15% year-on-year increase in Shipping Executive mandates, driven by fleet expansion, ESG and emissions compliance, and the digitalisation of commercial shipping.
Compensation context
Shipping Executive compensation typically falls between $31.7k and $61.6k, with experienced shipping execs in the global maritime market commanding $61.6k+ at leading shipowners, managers, ports, cruise operators, and offshore players. Total compensation often includes leave pay, travel, joining bonuses, performance pay, and ship-type or DP allowances.
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15.2K openings · United Arab Emirates
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11.9K openings · United Arab Emirates
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10.3K openings · United Arab Emirates
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12.7K openings · Qatar
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10.7K openings · Qatar
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11.5K openings · Saudi Arabia
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11.9K openings · Saudi Arabia
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9.0K openings · Oman
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8.2K openings · Bahrain
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16.0K openings · Singapore
Hire Shipping Executives in Hong Kong
11.5K openings · Hong Kong SAR
Hire Shipping Executives in Shanghai
13.9K openings · China
Maritime industries hiring this role
Shipping Companies hiring Shipping Executives
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Shipping Executives
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Shipping Executives
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Shipping Executives
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Shipping Executives
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Shipping Executives
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Shipping Executives
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Shipping Executives
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Shipping Executives
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Shipping Executive in the global maritime market is around $44.0k, typically ranging from $31.7k to $61.6k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.