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In today's disruptive, demanding, and dynamic environment, the maritime industry is realigning its ambitious goals with the ESG criteria to optimize long-term value for all stakeholders, strengthening its environmental and social effect as well as its corporate governance.

On this year’s IMO International Day for Women in Maritime, observed on 18 May annually, we are excited to present feedback from female representatives who suggest ways to address the current gender imbalance in maritime.

Young people today are very dynamic and the maritime industry must start actively investing in them to create a positive impact, experts during the 2022 CAREER4SEA Forum argued and gave their advice on those interested in joining a career both onboard and ashore.

New year, new shipping! A brand-new year is a time for reinvention for many. And 2023 isn’t any different. With the start of a new year, it is a great opportunity to take the time to reflect on the past and move forward with renewed intentions for the next 365 days ahead. 

On the occasion of the World Mental Health day, we asked industry experts to share their views on what needs to change to make seafarers’ mental health a key priority for shipping, as the theme of this year’s international day highlights.

On the occasion of this year’s Day of the Seafarer on June 25th, our special column is dedicated to all seafarers who currently face unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic. Industry stakeholders appreciate their efforts and they have been in talks for improving their lives onboard. In that regard, we have asked many experts to provide feedback on improving crew welfare.

Οur special column asks industry stakeholders to provide feedback whether the maritime industry has realized the importance of ESG and suggest ways to move forward.

Gender equality is key to mitigating climate change and building a sustainable future. On the occasion of this year’s International Women’s Day, our special column is dedicated to women in the maritime industry, asking them to provide feedback on the three top priorities to achieve the UN SDG #5 and empower women in the maritime community.

On the occasion of this year’s Day of the Seafarer on June 25th, our special column is dedicated to all seafarers who currently face unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic. Industry stakeholders appreciate their efforts and they have been in talks for improving their lives onboard. In that regard, we have asked many experts to provide feedback on improving crew welfare.

Gender equality is essential for economies and communities to thrive; empowering women spurs growth and development, and benefits everyone working in the global maritime community and beyond.  On the occasion of this year’s International Women’s Day, our special column is dedicated to women in the maritime industry, asking them to provide feedback on making shipping industry more attractive for women.