UAE Maritime Week supports MOEI’s ‘She of Calibre’ initiative

UAE Maritime Week supports MOEI’s ‘She of Calibre’ initiative

DUBAI, 17th May, 2023 (WAM) – In support of the "She of Calibre" initiative launched by the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) last year and in commemoration of the International Day for Women in Maritime, the UAE Maritime Week organised the "Women in Maritime Business Excellence Roundtable." This event took place on the second day of the Week's flagship event, Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East (SMLME), and featured the participation of highly accomplished female professionals who have played a pivotal role in transforming the maritime sector at local, regional, and global levels.

The roundtable served as a platform to address the need for empowering women in the maritime industry. It focused on strategies and initiatives aimed at increasing female representation across all levels of the workforce. The discussions centered on breaking down barriers, promoting diversity, and advocating for gender parity in a traditionally male-dominated field. Moreover, the event highlighted the valuable contributions women can make to the industry through their unique perspectives and skillsets.

It also shed light on the challenges they face and emphasized the importance of comprehensive policy frameworks to enhance their representation and professional development within the sector.

Nayana Nandkumar, General Manager, Dubai Shipping Agents Association (DSAA), said, “It