The policy guidelines for women seafarers employment made by IWSF was released across the world for the first time ever by DG shipping Dr. Malini V. Shankar, IAS, Director General of Shipping & Secretary to Government of India at “Vision Connect-Mumbai 2018”. The Event was graced by Dr. Malini V. Shankar, IAS, Director General of Shipping & Secretary to Government of India and released the policy guidelines for Women Seafarers Employment.
Dr. Sujata Naik Tolani, Chairperson, Tolani Shipping Co. Ltd. And Mr. Suresh Sinha, Managing Director, Indian register of Shipping as guest of honor were part of the release of the Policy guidelines sending a unique message to Maritime Industry and that how for cause of Women seafarers Ship Owner, Regulator and classification society can come together. The guideline is a step to fill the gap in policy, procedures and provide recommendation to support and assist companies to establish gender neutral working environment.
