HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTIONS: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW OF WORKFORCE CHALLENGES AND RESILIENCE STRATEGIES

Abstract

Maritime supply chains, responsible for global trade flows, face increasing disruptions from pandemics, climate events, and geopolitical tensions. This study examines the role of Human Resource Management (HRM) in addressing workforce challenges and enhancing resilience in such contexts. A qualitative systematic literature review was conducted using PRISMA guidelines. Data were collected from major academic databases and analyzed through thematic analysis to identify key workforce challenges and HRM strategies. Findings reveal critical workforce issues including labor shortages, skill gaps, stress, and mobility restrictions. HRM strategies such as flexible planning, training, digital coordination, and well-being initiatives significantly improve resilience and operational continuity. HRM plays a strategic role in transforming disruption-induced challenges into resilience, ensuring sustainable maritime operations and workforce adaptability.