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Women at Sea: Charting Your Career Course

Join a candid discussion offering real insight into what it’s like to pursue a career at sea. The conversation will delve into the realities of maritime life — the benefits, the challenges, and the day-to-day experiences of working on the water. Designed to give women a clear and balanced understanding of the seafaring profession, this session will help inform whether life at sea could be the right path for their future.


Thursday 05 February 15:00 - 15:45 Women in Breakbulk Lounge

Add to calendar 02/05/2026 15:00 02/05/2026 15:45 Women at Sea: Charting Your Career Course

Join a candid discussion offering real insight into what it’s like to pursue a career at sea. The conversation will delve into the realities of maritime life — the benefits, the challenges, and the day-to-day experiences of working on the water. Designed to give women a clear and balanced understanding of the seafaring profession, this session will help inform whether life at sea could be the right path for their future.

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Moderator

Zoe Upson

Founder , FACT Talent & WOMEN TOGETHER

Speakers

Captain Ayse Asli Basak

Co-founder and CEO, Shipsider

Dr. Capt. Arife Tugsan Isiacik Colak

Captain Superintendent & Head of Maritime Department, International Maritime College Oman (IMCO), National University of Science and Technology

Fatima Khalid

Cadet Training in Maritime Shipping & Operations, Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy