Equal at Sea

Propelling Change Together

Transforming shipping with women on board

Maersk is committed to expanding opportunities for female seafarers globally and ensuring a safe and supportive onboard environment.

Equal At Sea brings together policymakers and industry experts to chart a more inclusive course for the shipping industry. By transforming traditions and setting new standards, we aim to empower women to pursue their dreams on the high seas.

Women Saefarers

A Tribute from the Maersk Leadership Team

Honoring Women Seafarers: A Tribute from the Maersk Leadership Team

Women in the seafaring workforce today:

1.2%

in the world

0.5%

in India

Equal at Sea is about creating an ecosystem where men and women are treated equally, provided equitable opportunities and allowed to thrive in a just environment….for all the aspiring women seafarers- go for it! Live your dreams!

Karan Kochhar
Head of Marine People, Asia,  A.P. Moller - Maersk

Equal at Sea 2024

September 27 - Taj Trees, Vikhroli, Mumbai


A sustained and conscious effort to bridge the longstanding gender gap and ensure truly equal opportunities at sea.

By creating opportunities and facilitating industry-wide transformation, the Maritime industry is coming together to steer a path towards a more inclusive future.

Committed to be 'Equal at Sea', we are dedicated to ensuring safety and equality for women at sea, transforming traditions, and setting new standards.

A day in the life of our women seafarers

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Hear from our women on board

I am the luckiest girl that I am a part of Maersk. My life has totally changed since I joined.

Bharati Pashuram Bandiwadar
TOS, A.P. Moller - Maersk

If you want to bring a change, be the change!
I am privileged to be a seafarer. We get the best of everything.

Varsha Baral
Deck Cadet, A.P. Moller - Maersk

Safety & security is something that is very important for every person. When I’m sailing with Maersk what I’ve felt is that I’m very safe and secure. Maersk has always kept that promise of keeping you safe.

Pranamya Praveen
Deck Cadet, A.P. Moller - Maersk

Start your seafaring journey today!

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