Saudi engineer AlKhowaiter wins ShipTek Young Woman Achiever award

Saudi engineer AlKhowaiter wins ShipTek Young Woman Achiever award

Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Saudi Marine mechanical engineer Reem AlKhowaiter has won the Young Woman Achiever award, which was announced on the sidelines of the ShipTek International Awards Conference 2024 in Dubai. The award is among the prestigious ShipTek International Maritime Awards.AlKhowaiter stands out as the first Saudi female mechanical engineer working in the maritime transport sector. She is currently working with Bahri, the national shipping company of the Kingdom. Bahri is the largest owner and operator of Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) and chemical tankers in the Middle East. Bahri boasts of a world-class fleet committed to delivering outstanding results for all our stakeholders.The Young Woman Achiever of the Year award is among the most promising annual global awards in the field of maritime transport. Nominations for the award are based on specific criteria and the awards are decided by specialized experts in the sector.The ShipTek 2024, which was held in Dubai on January 24-25, was one of the leading maritime conferences in the maritime transport sector.AlKhowaiter’s recognition is a boost for the Saudi women who are joining the maritime sector. The rate of Saudi women joining the maritime transport sector is on the rise, reflecting the ongoing efforts