Tag: women in shipping

All Aboard Alliance and TURTLE released a new report which sheds light on the critical barriers women face in maritime careers.

According to the Economic Times of India, the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) recently appointed Charusheela L. Golapalli as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), with her term beginning on January 1, 2025.

Women in Transport has launched its second annual Women in Transport Equity Index Survey, calling for wide participation within the sector with the goal of understanding and enhancing diversity and inclusion.

Elpi Petraki was re-elected as President of WISTA International during the AGM and Conference in Cyprus, which celebrated the organization’s 50th anniversary.

Andriaki Shipping has announced the appointment of Capt. Panagiota Chrysanthi as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.

The Australian Government has welcomed Kaylene Dale as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), starting on 1 October 2024.

''We all need an ally sometimes, no matter who we are. There are many benefits of being an ally for you, for others and for the vessel.'' ISWAN says in a recent guide for seafarers that aims to foster allyship within the maritime industry. Allyship means using your power, position, or privilege to uplift others.

Following the announcement of ISWAN's campaign: ‘Safe at sea…it takes all of us!’ in the beginning of this month, the organization announced the release of practical guidance on addressing inappropriate behaviour and building strong support networks.

Maersk has announced a significant milestone under its 'Equal At Sea' initiative in India, as Maersk’s Indian women seafarers surge from 41 to over 350 in just three years. 

As we strive for a more inclusive world, women role models have a major role to play in inspiring other women. Especially in industries such as maritime, where women are a minority, the media can assist greatly in telling the stories of women who made it in a male-dominated profession despite the challenges.