Maersk reaches 45% women cadet intake in India for 2024

30 Sep 2024 CW Team

Danish shipping and logistics giant Maersk has made strides towards gender equality and inclusivity within its workforce, achieving a 45% intake of female nautical and engineering cadets in India for 2024 under its 'Equal At Sea' initiative.

The company reported a significant rise in the number of Indian women seafarers, increasing from 41 to over 350 in just three years, as Maersk adopts a comprehensive approach to improving gender diversity. The initiative focuses on achieving gender parity among Maersk seafarers, addressing the historical underrepresentation of women in the maritime sector, and fostering an environment where the entire Indian maritime industry can enhance gender diversity. Despite India contributing 9.35% of the global seafarer population, the majority are men, according to the Directorate General of Shipping.

At a company event in Mumbai, Freddy Svane, the Ambassador of Denmark to India, emphasized the importance of diversity in maritime careers. He noted that the seas do not distinguish by gender, and by promoting diversity, Maersk is not only advancing equality but also driving innovation and growth in the shipping industry. He urged Denmark and India, as leading maritime nations, to spearhead this change.

Karan Kochhar, Head of Marine People for Asia at Maersk, highlighted that their sustained efforts and the robust support from the industry are helping to create an equitable environment at sea, where women can flourish. He added that the company's initiatives have successfully encouraged more women in India to pursue careers in seafaring.

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