Sint Maarten’s Minister Plenipotentiary Drs. Gracita Arrindell has met with Port St. Maarten Group CEO Alexander Gumbs in The Hague to discuss maritime development and new international partnerships.
The meeting focused on expanding awareness of maritime career opportunities for Sint Maarten students and professionals living in the Netherlands.
Discussions included possible access to specialized training, internships and employment opportunities, as well as stronger cooperation with the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp.
Potential areas of collaboration include port operations, workforce development, knowledge exchange and environmental sustainability.
Both officials also discussed the importance of investing in local talent and making young Sint Maarteners more aware of career paths within the maritime sector.
The meeting concluded with plans to explore follow-up initiatives connecting Sint Maarten with maritime institutions and stakeholders in the Netherlands and Belgium, while supporting the long-term modernization and development of Port St. Maarten.