Maritime Facts and Figures: WOMEN IN MARITIME

"Empowering Women in the Maritime Community" was the World Maritime Day theme for 2019. The theme provided an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of gender equality, in line with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and to highlight the important contribution of women all over the world to the maritime sector. 

The Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), meeting for its 120th session at IMO Headquarters in London, endorsed the theme, following a proposal by IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim.   “IMO has a strong commitment to helping achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and continues to support the participation of women in both shore-based and seagoing posts, in line with the goals outlined under SDG 5: 'Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls',” Mr Lim said.  Read More 
 

• Women step up skills in digitalization and green shipping 
• Women’s networks join forces to shape Africa’s maritime future
• First Arab Women in Maritime workshop on ships’ biofouling management
• Newest group championing women in maritime meets in Senegal
• IMO and WISTA International launch the Maritime SheEO Leadership Accelerator Programme 2022
• IMO sets International Day for Women in Maritime - International Day for Women in Maritime will be observed on 18 May every year
• The power of visibility – IMO launches photo search for women in maritime - March 6, 2020
• Video message of the IMO Secretary-General, Kitack Lim, "Empowering Women in the Maritime Community"
• IMO’s gender programme: new logo to increase visibility for women in maritime
• IN FOCUS: Women in the Maritime - IMO's Gender Programme
• Captain Radhika Menon: The first female captain in the Indian Merchant Navy and the first female to receive the IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea

The first International Day for Women in Maritime was held May 18 2022.  The proposal to establish an International Day for Women in Maritime was approved by IMO's Technical Cooperation Committee (TC) in September 2021 and subsequently endorsed by the IMO Council in November 2021.  The inaugural IMO International Day for Women in Maritime focused on the theme "Training-Visibility-Recognition: Supporting a barrier-free working environment”. Read More

Below are links to media coverage relating to international events celebrating the inaugural International Day for Women in Maritime.

1. The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launched “She of Caliber” initiative.  Zawya.  23 May 2022.
2. Mauritius marks first ever International Day of Women working in maritime industry.  Government of Mauritius.  19 May 2022.
3. News: Maritime UK launches Global Women in Maritime Series.   Maritime UK. 18 May 2022.
4. On the International Day for Women in Maritime, University President Shares Her Experiences and Hopes.  Pew Charitable Trusts.  18 May 2022.
5. Women in the maritime industry celebrated.  Government of Australia. 18 May 2022.
6. Maritime Authority Of Jamaica Official Wants More Women Leaders In Industry.  Jamaica Information Service. 18 May 2022.
7. Celebrating the inaugural International Women in Maritime Day, The Mission to Seafarers publishes Women Seafarers Report.  Mission to Seafarers. 18 May 2022.
8. Women Seafarers - Report 2022.  Mission to Seafarers. 18 May 2022
9. Women breaking the ceiling in male-dominated maritime jobs.  Business Daily (Kenya). 18 May 2022.  
10. Breaking the stereotype.  Borneo Bulletin (Brunei Darussalam).  18 May 2022.
11. Celebrating the International Maritime Organization’s first International Day for Women in Maritime.  Standard Club. 18 May 2022.
12. Belgian Shipping features daily nominee to celebrate first International Day of Women in Maritime.  Royal Belgian Shipowners’ Association. 18 May 2022.
13. UN marks first ever international day spotlighting women working in the maritime industry.  UN News. 18 May 2022.  
14. Women are climbing the maritime career ladder, Caribbean port official says.  WorkBoat. 17 May 2022.  
15. Liberia IMO Rep Pushes for More Women in Maritime.  New Republic Liberia. 17 May 2022.  
16. Greece 2022: Women with their hands on the helm. Lloyd’s List. 17 May 2022.
17. International Day for Women in Maritime: VDR sees need for action.  German Shipowners' Association. 17 May 2022.  
18. It’s time women steer maritime sector to achieve blue economy gains.  The Star (Kenya).  16 May 2022
19. Waves of women empowerment: Merchant fleet with all female crew sets sail.  Free Press Journal (India).  15 May 2022.
20. Women who have chosen sailing as a career have broken stereotypes: MoS External Affairs and Culture.   Government of India. 14 May 2022. 

Below are links to selected content, from the global media, relating to Women in Maritime throughout 2024.

1. Vanuatu's first international maritime graduate wants more women in the industry. Radio New Zealand. 19 November 2024.
2. New report highlights barriers women face in the maritime industry. Global Maritime Forum. 11 November 2024.
3. ABS honors contributions and achievements of women in maritime in the Arabian Gulf. ABS (American Bureau of Shipping). 25 October 2024.
4. Thank you for mansplaining gender equality. Next time, read the room. TradeWinds. 24 October 2024.
5. Women set to steer Kochi’s Water Metro ferries. The Hindu (India). 15 October 2024. 
6. Women’s shipping association celebrates 50th anniversary in Limassol. Cyprus Mail. 11 October 2024.
7. Why are we still talking about diversity?. Lloyd's List. 11 October 2024.
8. Diversity@Sea: Insights from the bridge. Global Maritime Forum. 10 October 2024.
9. New Zealand defence minister says a navy ship didn't sink because its captain was a woman. ABC (Australia). 10 October 2024.
10. Maersk nears its 'Equal At Sea' 2027 Goal: Achieves 45% women cadets intake in India for 2024. Maersk. 27 September 2024.
11. Sexual harassment in shipping rarely ends in criminal prosecution. ShippingWatch. 23 September 2024. 
12. International Chamber of Shipping advocates for gender equality, ESG. Maritime Fairtrade. 18 September 2024.
13. KAIPTC launches code of practice for women in the maritime domain. Ghana News Agency. 11 September 2024. 
14. Global training initiatives for women in maritime offer valuable insights for European seafarer unions. Nautilus International. 10 September 2024.
15. Seafarer sues CMA CGM in violence and sexual harassment case. ShippingWatch. 10 September 2024.
16. Barrier-free workplace at heart of second Women in Maritime survey. Nautilus International. 10 September 2024. 
17. New healthcare pilot project for women at sea counters subtle hurdles. Nautilus International. 6 September 2024.
18. Seafarers Hospital Society launches pilot project to support women at sea.  Seafarers Hospital Society.  27 August 2024.
19. Empowering women in maritime: Why mentoring can be a key solution.  Safety4Sea.  19 August 2024.
20. Romeeta Bundela broke barriers to build a career on the sea.  New Indian Express.  10 August 2024.
21. Maldives: Advancing digital and inclusive port management.  UN Trade & Development (UNCTAD).  31 July 2024.
22. ‘Walking the walk’ for women in shipping better than ‘talking the talk’, says WISTA Int’l President.  Ship Management International.  26 July 2024.
23. Bring women to the table to talk ocean sustainability.  Lowy Institute (Australia).  26 July 2024.
24. ‘Focus on women as leaders,’ says IMO secretary general Arsenio Dominguez.  TradeWinds.  25 July 2024.
25. Shocking levels of abuse and harassment faced by female seafarers.  Nautilus Internatonal.  23 July 2024
26. Bahamian woman at the helm of world’s second largest cruise ship.  Eyewitness News (The Bahamas).  23 July 2024.
27. WISTA UK celebrates 50 years of championing diversity and inclusion in the maritime industry.  Ship Management International. 23 July 2024.
28. Charting new waters: Sonia Malaluan on her vision as MARINA chief.  Maritime Fairtrade.  15 July 2024.
29. Podcast: Advancing women in maritime.  MARINE LOG.  15 July 2024.
30. ‘I was told I would not last at sea,’ says second officer and YouTube star.  TradeWinds.  25 June 2024.
31. ILO, NUSS provide hope for Sri Lankan female seafarers.  Sunday Observer (Sri Lanka).  2 June 2024. 
32. Women's Vital Role toward achieving a Sustainable Ocean Future.  United Nations Development Programme.  30 May 2024.
33. Commissioner apologises after Border Force review finds widespread sexual harassment and discrimination among marine ranks.  ABC (Australia).  24 April 2024.
34. New scholarship will tackle gender imbalance in shipping.  City, Universty of London. Bayes Business School.  21 April 2024.
35. New gender equality toolkit for the ocean sector.  The Commonwealth. 19 April 2024.
36. Indian woman cadet on vessel MSC Aries returns home.  Government of India.  18 April 2024.
37. Norway puts gender equality at sea on the international agenda.  Government of Norway.  11 April 2024.
38. Meet Three Women Charting a Course for the Future at the Port.  Port of Seattle.  11 April 2024.
39. National WISTA Association to create opportunities for women in maritime industry.  The Gleaner (Jamaica).  4 April 2024.
40. Researchers scrutinise gender equity in transport.  Nautilus International.  3 April 2024.
41. Being a woman in the Maritime Industry.  Spinnaker Global Ltd.  11 March 2024.
42. Progress and challenges on diversity in maritime.  Splash 247.com.  8 March 2024.
43. Women in maritime: industry urged to do more for gender equality.  Riviera Maritime.  8 March 2024.
44. Anchoring Change: Women’s Influence in the Maritime Sphere.  The Sun (Malaysia).  8 March 2024.
45. Women in Maritime continue to#InspireInclusion.  Jamaica Observer.  7 March 2024.
46. Why we should mind the gender gap: Achieving equity.  Safety4Sea.  6 March 2024.
47. Princess Anne calls for more women to join maritime workforce at Dubai conference.  The National (UAE).  1 March 2024.
48. Cabinet approves gender equality award in shipping.  Cyprus Mail.  22 February 2024.
49. Mersey Maritime hosts first regional WISTA UK event celebrating diversity.  Shipmanagement International.  20 February 2024.
50. Podcast:  Maritime Masterclass with Captain Alexandra Hagerty, Founder of Captains without Borders.  Seatrade Maritime News.  8 Feburary 2024.
51. DFDS launches new talent programme for female students.  DFDS Group.  26 January 2024.
52. Panama Canal Appoints First-Ever Chief [Female] Sustainability Officer.  Panama Canal Authority.  24 January 2024.
53. Women in Green Shipping tee up group to go mainstream.  TradeWinds.  19 January 2024
54. David Appleton: the UK needs to step up for female officers.  Nautilus International.  8 January 2024.
55. First female deputy secretary general appointed at Bimco.  TradeWinds. 3 January 2024.

Below are links to selected content, from the global media, relating to Women in Maritime throughout 2023.

1. U.S. Coast Guard Under Pressure From Congress Over Abuse Investigations.  Maritime Execitive.  12 December 2023.
2. US Coast Guard leaders long concealed a critical report about racism, hazing and sexual misconduct.  CNN.  30 November 2023.
3. Report: Women and minorities still outnumbered in shipping offices  ShippingWatch.  29 November 2023.
4. Shipping company employees want action not words on DEI.  Seatrade Maritime News.  28 November 2023. 
5. Innovation and Growth Take Center Stage at the 4th Annual Maritime SheEO Conference in Mumbai.  Deccan Herald (India).  27 November 2023.
6. Maersk ties up with Training Ship Rahaman to offer rating course for women.  Economic Times (India).  19 November 2023.
7. Podcast - In Focus: Diversity, equity and inclusion at sea.  Seatrade Maritime News.  14 November 2023.
8. Crowley faces sexual assault lawsuit brought by female cadet.  TradeWinds.  7 November 2023.
9. WiMAC welcomes new leadership.  Caribbean National Weekly.  26 October 2023.
10. Tackling sexual harassment at sea.  Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST).  23 October 2023.
11. Her maritime story: women who were always there.  Nautilus International.  20 October 2023.
12. Women’s participation key in the Blue Economy.  United Nations Development Progra  mme (UNDP).  19 October 2023.
13. Sea Shepherd ditches direct action for cooperation.  Business Times (Singapore).  10 October 2023.
14. Equal opportunity, representation for women focus at WiMAC conference.  The Gleaner (Jamaica).  10 October 2023.
15. Women in Maritime Association Caribbean hailed as beacon for women and girls.  Jamaica Observer.  5 Octobetr 2023.
16. Women Achieving Leadership Roles in Maritime Industry Must Be Sustained.  Jamaica Information Service.  4 October 2023.
17. US Coast Guard strengthens measures against violations on ships.  ShippingWatch.  4 October 2023.
18. Women’s rights held hostage at UN, say former leaders.  The Guardian.  2 October 2023.
19. Overseas Shipholding Group Pledges $30,000 for Women Offshore Scholarships.  Overseas Shipholding Group.  29 September 2023.
20. Women demand more roles in maritime sector.  Punch (Nigeria).  28 September 2023.
21. Lloyd's Register Foundation backs Sea Shepherd Global’s Initiative for African female seafarers.  Lloyd's Register Foundaton.  26 September 2023.
22. Professionals: Shipping has a bad image and struggles to attract women.  ShippingWatch.  25 September 2023.
23. Malmö Class of 2024 Inauguration - Record Enrolment of Women.  World Maritime University (Sweden).  20 September 2023.
24. Gender gap persists on road to the SDGs: UN Women.  UN News.  7 September 2023.
25. Women's participation in Gulf of Guinea maritime domain remains low – KAIPTC Commandant.  Ghana News Agency.  September 5 2023.
26. Maritime Conference in Gqeberha addresses gender gap.  South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC).  30 August 2023.
27. From grit to glory: Setting sail against all the odds.  Gulf News (UAE).  25 August 2023.
28. UNODC empowers female officers in maritime law enforcement with pioneering vessel navigation training. United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).  25 August 2023.
29. Sea change: Indian women are making their presence felt in merchant navy.  The Tribune.  20 August 2023.
30. Transnet's National Ports Authority celebrates with all-women shifts.  South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC).  9 August 2023.
31. Meet Three Women Navigating the Cruise Industry.  Port of Seattle.  8 August 2023.
32. Turkish army appoints first female admiral.  Hürriyet Daily News (Türkiye).  4 July 2023.
33. Gender Considerations at the Maritime Task Force.  United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).  2 August 2023.
34. Women’s contribution to the maritime sector must be recognised – Maj Gen Gyane.  Ghana News Agency.  25 July 2023.
35. Biden Selects Female Admiral to Lead Navy; She'd Be 1st Woman to Be Military Service Chief.  Voice of America.  21 July 2023.
36. Maritime industry must ensure women overcome sector challenges.  News Ghana.  16 July 2023.
37. Empowering Women in Transport: the maritime industry and the Role of the EU.  Shipping Podcast.  13 July 2023.
38. Rising through the ranks: Odfjell promotes first female Captain.  Odfjell.  11 July 2023
39. Maersk hosts Equal At Sea 2023: Charting a course towards an inclusive future.  Maersk.  30 June 2023.
40. Women must play more central role in maritime sector’s future.  Lloyd's List.   22 June 2023.
41. WISTA Honors Kitack Lim for Contributions to Diversity in Maritime.  Maritime Executive.  21 June 2023.
42. All Aboard Alliance report reveals maritime industry’s strong commitment to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion.  Global Maritime Forum.  20 June 2023
43. Commonwealth experts call for improved opportunities for women in ocean sector.  The Commonwealth.  15 June 2023
44. Ocean Economy: Stakeholders highlight challenges, prospects, opportunities for women.  Vanguard (Nigeria).  13 June 2023.
45. Coast Guard highlights women in maritime law.   Manila Times.  7 June 2023.
46. Young marine pilot leading the way for African women in maritime.  Africa Renewal.  1 June 2023.
47. Ending stigma and tackling issues around menstruation at sea.  International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN).  26 May 2023.
48. Join maritime sector, women told.  The Star (Malaysia).  19 May 2023.
49. IMO International Women in Maritime Day: Challenging the Narrative?  Human Rights at Sea.  18 May 2023. 
50. Women coastguards turn the tide on maritime stereotypes at Holy Island of Lindisfarne.  HM Coastguard.  18 May 2023.
51. Where are the women in the maritime sector?   Cruise & Ferry.  18 May 2023.
52. Podcast: Empowering young women in maritime featuring Gina Panayiotou.  Seatrade Maritime News.  12 May 2023.
53. Women in Transport to promote gender diversity and equity in the transport industry.  Safety4Sea.  10 May 2023.
54. Women in Maritime - Banishing gender stereotypes within the maritime sector.  eNCA (South Africa).  8 May 2023.
55. Women at sea: What you don’t see. A conversation with Nina Varumo.  Norton Rose Fulbright.  May 2023.
56. Implement onshore training to create a shipping industry that is inclusive for women: Analyst.  Channel News Asia.  28 April 2023.
57. New study finds 15 key pain points for women at sea. Report [PDF]  Global Maritime Forum.  27 April 2023.
58. Maersk hired captain previously fired for sexual harassment.  ShippingWatch.  26 April 2023.
59. Shipping’s gender diversity issues now being looked at by the banks.  Splash 247.com.  25 April 2023.
60. More provision needed for female seafarers.  Lloyd's List.  21 April 2023.
61. Supporting Women Seafarers to Overcome Sexual Violence at Sea.  Seafarers' Charity.  19 April 2023.
62. Enhanced participation of women in European shipping. [PDF]  European Transport Workers' Federation.  17 April 2023.
63. Modernising maritime for women: gender research update.  Nautilus International.  17 April 2023.
64. For 12 years, she's worked at sea and learned to call out women's work condition aboard ships.  ShippingWatch.  14 April 2023.
65. Why success and diversity go hand in hand for Lisa Lutoff-Perlo.  Cruise & Ferry.  13 April 2023.
66. Hafnia wants equal gender distribution on four ships: "It’s a challenge in some countries".  ShippingWatch.  13 April 2023.
67. On a ship where future mariners train, CSU women say they faced sexual abuse and harassment.  The Los Angeles Times.  13 April 2023.
68. I was intimidated, harassed in the first ten years of my career – Apapa Port Manager Funmilayo Olotu.  Ships & Ports.  10 April 2023.
69. UK Maritime Pay Gap and Gender Diversity.  Spinnaker Global Ltd.  5 April 2023.
70. Beyond COP27: Pacific Women Leaders on why women and girls must be included in climate solutions.  UN Women.  4 April 2023.
71. Women in Maritime 2023 - Case Study - Helen Marshall, Vessel Controller.  Associated British Ports.  31 March 2023.
72. Female crane operators commend APM Terminals on gender equity.  Guardian (Nigeria).  29 March 2023.
73. Decarbonisation and digitalisation are opportunities to get more women into shipping, WISTA head says.  TradeWinds.  29 March 2023.
74. They call us derogatory names, label us as witches just to prevent us from undertaking roles of men in fishing — Women Fish Processors.  Modern Ghana.  23 March 2023.
75. Kiribati recruits first female Oceanographer at a National Meteorological Service in the Pacific.  Pacific Community (SPC).  22 March 2023.
76. Sexual abuse at sea: Where we stand.  Safety4Sea.  20 March 2023.
77. First Woman Selected as CMF’s Next Senior Enlisted Leader.  Combined Maritime Forces (CMF).  19 March 2023.
78. IWD: An Interview with India’s First and Only Woman Marine Pilot, Reshma Nilofer Visalakshi MNI.  Cyprus Shipping News.  10 March 2023
79. Abuse survivor Hope Hicks ‘sickened’ that her attacker can still work at sea.  TradeWinds.  9 March 2023.
80. Apapa port hosts International Women’s Day event.  Ships & Ports.  9 March 2023.
81. A changing Pacific landscape this International Women’s Day.  Samoa Observer.  8 March 2023.
82. Tricky stats for shipping on International Women’s Day.  Splash 247.com.  8 March 2023.
83. The Seafarers’ Charity calls for increased support for the safety and welfare of women seafarers.  Seafarers' Charity.  8 March 2023.
84. Port-Based Welfare Needs of Women Seafarers.  Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC). 8 March 2023.
85. Breaking barriers: how women in maritime are overcoming gender bias.  Cruise & Ferry.  8 March 2023.
86. International Women’s Day puts the spotlight on digital gender equality.  United Nations.  8 March 2023.
87. IWD 2023: Leaders strive for ‘equal opportunities’ in the maritime industry.  Manila Bulletin.  8 March 2023.
88. Call for more historical content to aid ‘Rewriting Women into Maritime History’.  Lloyd's Register.  8 March 2023.
89. The share of female participation in ESPO’s work remains relatively high in 2022.  European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO).  8 March 2023.
90. ‘Taking children to work should be a no-brainer’, maritime lawyer says.  Times of Malta.  8 March 2023.
91. Twenty-five trailblazing women leading the fight against climate change.  Reuters.  7 March 2023.
92. UN’s commission on women opens amid vanishing progress on rights.  UN News.  6 March 2023.
93. Synergy Group Rolls Out Tailor-Made Personal Protective Equipment to Female Seafarers on 60+ Vessels.  Synergy Group.  6 March 2023
94. The Lloyd’s List Podcast: Why is shipping still not taking Diversity, Equity and Inclusion seriously?  Lloyd's List.  4 March 2023.
95. Embracing gender equity in shipping.  Nautilus International.  3 March 2023.
96. Virginia McVea to run MCA as female influence grows at the top of UK shipping.  TradeWinds.  1 March 2023.
97. Uncrewed Ships Set to Bring Diversity Boost.  MarineLink.  28 February 2023.
98. Gender equality and a safer ocean core to international meeting in Cairns, Australia.  Pacific Community (SPC).  26 February 2023.
99. Maritime roadshows for girls revival. Nautilus International.  Nautilus International.  24 February 2023.
100. 100 Top Women in shipping by www.allaboutshipping.co.uk for 2022.  All About Shipping.  17 February 2023.
101. New action plan launched to enhance Somali women’s role in Somalia’s maritime sector.  United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM).  15 February 2023.
102. Inspiring women in maritime.  Cook Islands News.  9 February 2023. 
103. Annual Meeting of High Level Advisory Group for WMU Empowering Women Programme.  World Maritime University (WMU).  9 February 2023. 
104. Sexual assault is ‘the elephant in the room’ for shipping.  Seatrade Maritime News.  8 February 2023.
105. Nowhere to Escape: Speaking out about Sexual Violence at Sea.  Human Rights at Sea (HRAS).  7 February 2023.
106. Women Serve at the Helm of Security Operations During Exercise Obangame Express 23.  United States Navy.  2 February 2023. 
107. Maritime UK to inspire girls to consider STEM careers in maritime.  Maritime UK.  1 February 2023.
108. The maritime industry from the view of a young Chinese woman.  Shipping Podcast.  26 January 2023.
109. Maersk settles in sexual harassment case between captain and cook.  ShippingWatch.  26 January 2023.
110. Right time for more women to join maritime industry.  New Straits Times (Malaysia).  26 January 2023.
111. “Invisibility” of Women Stalls Progress.  Breakbulk.  26 January 2023.
112. ‘Equal rights cannot wait’ on International Day of Women in Multilateralism.  UN News.  25 January 2023.
113. Stena Line postpones goal of higher female representation among managers.  ShippingWatch.  16 January 2023.
114. Monica Kohli: Women’s participation and leadership drive better environmental outcomes.  TradeWinds.  3 January 2023.

Below are links to selected content, from the global media during 2022, which relate to Women in Maritime.

1. Marine Log’s Top Women in Maritime in 2022: The full interview.  MARINE LOG.  20 December 2022
2. Over 100 women speakers have joined the IMO and WISTA International Speakers Bureau in the first month since the launch.  All About Shipping.  13 December 2022.
3. Battling Inequality.  Marine Professional (IMarEST).  2 December 2022.
4. Few shipping companies offering careers to women, conference told.  Lloyd's List.  28 November 2022.
5. National spotlight turns on Gender-Based Violence at SA’s inaugural maritime sector seminar in Cape Town.  South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA).  23 November 2022.
6. WISTA Bermuda Celebrates 6th Anniversary.  Bernews (Bermuda).  23 November 2022.
7. Shipping’s Attempt to Hire More Women Runs Into a Macho Culture.  Bloomberg.  23 November 2022.
8. WISTA, Maritime SheEO collaborate to drive leadership skills for women in maritime.  Safety4Sea.  23 November 2022. 
9. Haastrup bemoans gender gap in maritime industry as IMO advocates inclusion.  Guardian (Nigeria).  23 November 2022. 
10. Maersk enters harassment settlement with second female cadet.  ShippingWatch.  22 November 2022.
11. What about women seafarers’ rights?  Safety4Sea.  21 November 2022.
12. Søren Skou after Hope Hicks settlement: "Best outcome for her and for everyone".  ShippingWatch.  21 November 2022.
13. Maersk settles with Hope Hicks in harassment case.  ShippingWatch.  18 November 2022.
14. Gender Inclusiveness: WMU Commends NIMASA.  Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).  8 November 2022.
15. Elpi Petraki has been appointed the new president of WISTA International.  Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA). 27 October 2022.
16. Discrimination against female seafarers 'unacceptably' widespread.  Nautilus International. 27 October 2022.
17. Women seafarers experience onboard gender-based discrimination, harassment and bullying – a shocking maritime report reveals.  Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA). 24 October 2022.
18. Ann Fenech elected President of the Comite Maritime International.  Malta Independent. 23 October 2022.
19. ‘I want more female seafarers to break the glass ceiling,’ says Wilhelmsen Ship Management’s first woman captain.  TradeWinds. 19 October 2022. 
20. Wilhelmsen Ship Management has conferred their first female Korean captain, Captain Lee Eun Ran.  Cyprus Shipping News. 18 October 2022.  
21. #Journey to COP27: Pacific Women negotiators state their case for 1.5 world.  Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP). 15 October 2022.
22. Women in Norwegian shipping say what they really think about workplace diversity.  TradeWinds. 30 September 2022.
23. Svitzer launched training program for women seafarers.  Safety4Sea.  30 September 2022. 
24. The 2022 Women in the Law of the Sea Conference successfully closes with a renewed commitment to empowering women in marine sciences and ocean affairs.  International Seabed Authority (ISA). 29 September 2022.
25. New platform highlights women’s leadership in tackling global challenges.  UN News. 20 September 2022.
26. Podcast: Maritime Masterclass with Caroline Yang, Hong Lam Marine.  Seatrade Maritime News.  15 September 2022.
27. Sea change! Female cadets sail in marine engineering at Cusat, go places.  New Indian Express.  7 September 2022.
28. ESL bemoans limited diversity as it welcomes first female master.  TradeWinds.  7 September 2022.
29. Without investment, gender equality will take nearly 300 years: UN report.  UN News.  7 September 2022.
30. Maersk to seek settlement in harassment cases – could lead to million-dollar compensation for two women.  ShippingWatch.  5 September 2022.
31. Call to change perceptions on historical role of women in shipping.  Lloyd's Register.  1 September 2022.
32. Career Paths: Gudrun Janssens, Royal Belgian Shipowners Association.  Safety4Sea.  18 July 2022.
33. Percentage of female seafarers remains unchanged in 40 years.  Seatrade Maritime News.  13 July 2022.
34. Catherine Smith, General Counsel & Company Secretary, Wah Kwong Maritime Transport Holdings Limited.  Shipping Podcast.  1 July 2022.
35. Girls At Sea.  Loop Pacific. 28 June 2022.
36. Saraki tasks women maritime practitioners on industry devt.  The Sun (Nigeria).  25 June 2022.
37. Changing misconceptions: North Star ensures more women become seafarers.  TradeWinds. 23 June 2022.
38. EDITORIAL: Cadet’s story of rape at sea should challenge our gentle approach to empowerment.  DCN - Daily Cargo News (Australia). 23 June 2022. 
39. Hope Hicks case not an isolated incident, shows need for practical change in shipping.   ITF Seafarers. 23 June 2022.
40. Jamaica salutes seafarers’ journeys on the Day of the Seafarer.  Hellenic Shipping News. 23 June 2022.
41. Robert Uggla on sexual offences aboard Maersk ships: "I am ashamed".   ShippingWatch. 22 June 2022.
42. Bridging shipping’s gender pay gap.  Splash 247.com. 22 June 2022.
43. WISTA Hellas seminar shines spotlight on challenges faced by women at sea.  Hellenic Shipping News. 22 June 2022.
44. Sexual offences on Maersk ship investigated as criminal case.  ShippingWatch. 17 June 2022.
45. Sexual abuse and harassment ‘systemic’ on ships.  Lloyd's List. 17 June 2022.
46. AU to host Women in Blue Economy Workshop.  Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC).  15 June 2022.
47. "Midshipman-X" Reveals Her Identity in Suit Against Maersk Line Ltd.  Maritime Executive. 14 June 2022. 
48. Maersk sued by two women in rape and sexual harassment case.  ShippingWatch. 14 June 2022.
49. Let’s talk women in maritime.  Seatrade Maritime News. 9 June 2022.
50. Marina vows support for women in maritime industry.  Manila Times.  25 May 2022.
51. National Maritime Day: Why are We Still Asking if Women Belong at Sea?  Maritime Executive.  22 May 2022.
52. Alice Amundsen Vice President, Senior Adviser, Gard.  Shipping Podcast.  20 May 2022.
53. Mauritius marks first ever International Day of Women working in maritime industry.  Republic of Mauritius.  19 May 2022.
54. Guyana honours longstanding women in maritime sector.  Loop.  19 May 2022.
55. UN marks first ever international day spotlighting women working in the maritime industry.   UN News.  18 May 2022. 
56. Breaking the stereotype.  Borneo Bulletin (Brunei Darussalam).  18 May 2022.
57. 18. A.P. Moller – Maersk announces India’s first Women Seafarers’ Cadet Programme.  Economic Times (India). 18 May 18 2022.
58. Belgian Shipping features daily nominee to celebrate first International Day of Women in Maritime.  Royal Belgian Shipowners’ Association.  18 May 2022.
59. Women in the maritime industry celebrated. Government of Australia.  18 May 2022.
60. Women need to step up in maritime industry.  Malaysian Reserve.  18 May 2022.  
61. On the International Day for Women in Maritime, University President Shares Her Experiences and Hopes.  Pew Charitable Trusts.  18 May 2022.
62. Women breaking the ceiling in male-dominated maritime jobs.  Business Daily (Kenya).  18 May 2022.
63. Celebrating the International Maritime Organization’s first International Day for Women in Maritime.  Standard Club.  18 May 2022.
64. News: Maritime UK launches Global Women in Maritime Series.  Maritime UK.  18 May 2022.
65. Celebrating the inaugural International Women in Maritime Day, The Mission to Seafarers publishes Women Seafarers Report.  Mission to Seafarers.  18 May 2022.
66. Maritime Authority Of Jamaica Official Wants More Women Leaders In Industry.  Jamaica Information Service.  18 May 2022.
67. What changes do women want to make the industry a fairer place to work?  Tradewinds.  18 May 2022.
68. Saudi Arabia celebrates International Women’s Day in Maritime Sector.  Saudi Gazette (Saudi Arabia).  18 May 2022.
69. Shipping | International Day for in Maritime to promote training and visibility.  The Gleaner (Jamaica).  17 May 2022.
70. Liberia IMO Rep Pushes For More Women In Maritime.  New Republic (Liberia).  17 May 2022.
71. International Day for Women in Maritime: VDR sees need for action.  German Shipowners' Association.  17 May 2022.
72. Women are climbing the maritime career ladder, Caribbean port official says.  WorkBoat.  17 May 2022.
73. First woman to command US aircraft carrier didn’t even know she could get the job.  CNN.  17 May 2022.
74. EMMA OKELLO: It’s time women steer maritime sector to achieve blue economy gains.  The Star (Kenya).  16 May 2022.
75. Women who have chosen sailing as a career have broken stereotypes...  Government of India.  14 May 2022.  
76. Coast Guard Admiral Becomes First Woman to Lead a US Military Branch.  Military.com.  12 May 2022.
77. Regional forum advocates for greater inclusion of women in maritime.  The Gleaner (Jamaica).  12 April 2022.
78. Shani Ben-David is the First Woman to be Appointed as Captain in the Israeli Merchant Marine. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. 10 April 2022.
79. VIDEO: Top Women in Maritime.  Marine Log.  7 April 2022.
80. GPHA urges females to partake in Maritime courses.  Ghana News Agency. 4 April 2022.
81. Port pro of the month: Anna Mihneva-Natova (BG).  European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO).  31 March 2022.
82. Women of the 9th annual World Ocean Summit: breaking barriers in the blue economy.  World Ocean Initiative (WOI).  25 March 2022.
83. Dr Mbiah Urges Women To Take Over IMO Leadership.  News Ghana.  22 March 2022.
84. American Club’s Ioannou to become the first woman P&I club chief executive.  TradeWinds.  21 March 2022.
85. Top Danish shipping positions filled by men – women represent just one in five.  ShippingWatch.  18 March 2022.
86. Full steam ahead! AMSOL driving progress in its gender diversity initiatives.  Engineering News (South Africa).  18 March 2022.
87. Director of Port of Tema urges women in maritime and shipping industry to take part in IMO SheEO leadership program.  GhanaWeb.  16 March 2022
88. This 25-year-old marine engineer spends months at sea and is the only woman on board.  Channel News Asia.  15 March 2022.
89. Why we need to do more to improve on diversity, equity and inclusion in maritime.  Lloyd's List.  14 March 2022.
90. Will robotic and uncrewed vessels improve maritime’s gender imbalance?  Marine Professional (IMarEST).  11 March 2022.
91. Podcast: In Conversation with Tan Beng Tee on International Women’s Day.  Seatrade Maritime News.  8 March 2022.
92. Protection for women seafarers under the Magna Carta.  Cebu Daily News (Philippines).  8 March 2022.
93. OnWatch episode 8: See it to be it - Increasing gender diversity on board.  Gard.  8 March 2022.
94. International Women’s Day: ‘Time is now’ for gender equality.  UN News.  8 March 2022.
95. Women in Shipping Watch: Expert thinking on empowering women in maritime industry.  Safety4Sea.  8 March 2022.
96. Nautilus 'maritime barometer' reflects measures needed to remove career obstacles for female seafarers.  Nautilus International.  8 March 2022.
97. ICS launches online Charter to drive diversity and inclusion in shipping on International Women’s Day.  International Chamber of Shipping (ICS).  8 March 2022.
98. International Women’s Day : Honouring women in maritime.  Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA).  7 March 2022.
99. Second officer Cora Bonham talks perseverance and deep sea voyages.  Nautilus International.  6 March 2022.
100. New research to explore welfare needs of women seafarers.  Safety4Sea.  4 March 2022.
101. On International Women's Day: Break the bias.  Manila Times. 2 March 2022.
102. Putting women on the maritime map.  Nautilus International. 24 February 2022.
103. The future is bright for women in maritime industry – PLASS president.  GhanaWeb. 24 February 2022.
104. Women dominate IBIA’s 2022 board elections.  International Bunker Industry Association (IBIA). 21 February 2022.
105. The allaboutshipping.co.uk 100 Top Women in Shipping for 2021.  All About Shipping. 18 February 2022.
106. Over 50% of women seafarers suffer bullying and harassment: study.  Seatrade Maritime News. 15 February 2022.
107. Women Together: Taking real action will make shipping more appealing to a diverse range of talents.  Safety4Sea. 17 January 2022.  
108. Who is Captain Kate McCue?  Cruise Blog.  10 January 2022.
109. After 224 Years of Service, USS Constitution Gets First Female CO.  Maritime Executive.  5 January 2022.
110. National Action Plan for Women in the Somali Maritime Sector proceeding.  EUCAP Somalia. 4 January 2022.