Tag: women in shipping

In our special column, Cristina Aleixendri, Co-founder of bound4blue, shares her perspective on enjoying life and finding your way: "speak less and listen more, live with purpose, align your actions with your values, and persevere through challenges."

Cyprus Maritime Academy (CyMA) and Mintra have formalized their strategic partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance maritime education and sustainability.

Tailored online training delivered by IMO’s SMART-C Women Project is helping women in the Asia-Pacific region elevate their maritime careers and close the gender gap in the sector. 

Shipping Australia announce on 12 June that it has joined the Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (Australia).

During an IMO symposium to celebrate the International Day for Women in Maritime, a panel of experts discussed how to incorporate women’s perspectives in shaping the future of maritime safety and underscored the importance of mentorship and educational opportunities to bolster women’s profile in the industry.

The maritime industry is undergoing a significant transformation marked by the integration and empowerment of women, led by initiatives like Columbia Group's female cadet mentoring program.

As we mark this year's IMO International Day for Women in Maritime, which is observed annually on May 18th, we are thrilled to share feedback from female representatives offering insights on how to tackle the prevailing gender disparity in the maritime sector.

The 18th of May each year marks an important day for the maritime industry, as, on this day, it celebrates the International Maritime Organization’s International Day for Women in Maritime.

IMO Secretary-General, Arsenio Dominguez, has released a video message on the occasion of International Day for Women in Maritime 2024, due on May 18th.

Stephanie Sjöblad emphasizes the crucial role of networking and education in advancing one's career. She recommends steering clear of people-pleasing tendencies and establishing boundaries, both professionally and personally.