Women in Maritime Excel with SMART-C Training

The IMO’s SMART-C Women Project is providing tailored online training to women in the Asia-Pacific region, aiming to enhance their maritime careers and bridge the gender gap in the industry. The first training session, held from 17 to 21 June, saw participation from 25 maritime professionals across five Asian countries, with a follow-up session scheduled for 1 to 5 July. The training covers various topics such as IMO regulations on greenhouse gas emissions reduction, green shipping technologies, and gender-specific elements like mentoring and cultural challenges.

Following the online training, selected participants will undergo on-site training in the Republic of Korea to gain practical experience applicable in their home countries. The project, a collaboration between IMO and the Republic of Korea, focuses on promoting gender equality in the maritime sector through career development and employment opportunities for women in developing countries. Structured around four key pillars, the project also aims to develop national master plans for maritime women empowerment.

The online training materials are designed for easy replication at the national level to ensure sustainability and long-term impact. Over the next four years, the project targets training women from ASEAN countries and Pacific SIDS, with a focus on priority areas identified by participants. By providing support and resources, the SMART-C Women Project is working towards a more inclusive and equitable maritime industry in the region.

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