Personnel SUPPORT for the Implementation and Protection of the National Interests of the Russian Federation in the World Ocean

Protecting the interests of the Russian Federation related to the development of the World Ocean is one of the tasks of ensuring national security. The timely training of personnel in maritime specialties is a fundamental condition for achieving this goal. This paper examines the fundamental strategic planning documents that regulate the development of the maritime sector, including its personnel support. It also provides a ranking of cities and educational specialties that provide training for specialists in this field, which helps to strengthen the potential of maritime policy for the future. The paper presents a cluster-based approach to the location of educational institutions in the Russian Federation. A deep analytical cut shows a comprehensive picture of the opportunities for obtaining maritime education in Russia and can serve as a basis for making decisions in the field of educational policy and career planning in the maritime industry.