ABS celebrated the achievements of women in the Middle East and global maritime with an event titled Empowering Diversity: Women Leading the Way in Middle Eastern Maritime, reports ABS.
Panel discussion
More than 120 representatives from the region’s maritime industries saw a panel discussion among executives from Hapag-Lloyd Middle East, Drydocks World, Bahri Ship Management and Adani Ports & Harbour Services International.
Moderated by Jessica Mahaffey, ABS Senior Vice President, Marketing and Communications, the panelists shared their experiences, challenges, and insights on diversity and leadership in the maritime sector. The panelists included:
– Dr. Carolin Stumm-Wenk, Managing Director, Hapag-Lloyd Middle East
– Fatma Al Khumiri, Vice President, Corporate Communications, Drydocks World
– Hanan Al-Amoudi, Vendor and Logistics Head, Bahri Ship Management
– Nicolai Friis, CEO, Adani Ports & Harbour Services International
The panel explored topics including the influence of female leadership on organizational culture, the benefits of diversity in the maritime industry, mentorship initiatives, strategies to promote gender inclusivity, and the importance of male allies in supporting gender diversity.
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Source: ABS
