Table 1_Social perceptions of seafarers and the sustainable development of the maritime workforce: a questionnaire survey in South Korea.xlsx

A questionnaire survey was conducted among students, the general public, and active seafarers, examining multidimensional factors including occupational image, knowledge level, working conditions, career choice and recommendation intentions, and perceived social value.

The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) to identify differences in perceptions among the respondent groups. The findings indicate that, despite the critical role of seafarers in global shipping, maritime logistics, and national maritime security, their societal value and professional recognition remain low. Significant differences were identified across respondent groups.