Women in Breakbulk Lounge

Step onto our “magic carpet” and into a wellness experience inspired by the rich traditions of the Middle East, where rugs and carpets symbolise storytelling, grounding and connection. In this session, you’ll be guided through gentle breathwork, mindful awareness and simple movement practices that are all designed to help you weave moments of calm into everyday life.

You’ll explore how breath, presence and intentional movement can create space, clarity and balance. This is a welcoming, restorative session that invites you to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and carry these accessible mindful tools with you throughout your busy day at Breakbulk Middle East and long after into daily life. 

Photo: Marco Wang Photography at Breakbulk Americas 2025

The maritime and breakbulk industry is undergoing more than a technological shift;  it is facing a leadership shift. As AI reshapes decision-making, success increasingly depends on how leaders think, collaborate and adapt. Yet women still represent only around 16% of the maritime workforce, despite the proven performance benefits of diverse leadership.

This session offers practical insights and tools for both emerging and experienced leaders to navigate the fast-paced, high-pressure reality of shipping and lead confidently into the industry’s future.

Free of charge

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.

Photo by Mark König on Unsplash