The Leading Event for the Project Cargo and Breakbulk Industries in the Middle East

Women in Breakbulk Middle East Members

Inspiring a New Generation of Leaders

 

  • Noura Al Shamsi

    Community Manager

    The Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Trasport-Sharjah

    UAE

  • Farah Al-Yousef

    Chartering Officer / Claims and P&I Adjuster

    Amin Kawar and Sons Co.

    Jordan

    farah.alyousef@kawar.com

    "Always believe in YOU "
  • H.E Eng. Hessa Bint Ahmed Al Malek

    Executive Director of Maritime Transport

    UAE Federal Transport Authority - Land & Maritime (FTA)

    UAE

    "I am glad that I didn’t allow technicalities or judgment to dissuade me from pursuing my dream. It is also why I am so passionate about the work which we do at AWIMA, and why I encourage young females like myself to put themselves out there and chase their goals relentlessly."
  • Elcin Ayas Bozkurt

    Project and Special Cargo Executive

    Maersk

    Turkey

    elcin.ayas@maersk.com

    "The men in the industry may not believe that you can go to the port, They may not believe that you can manage the operation in the port & office, they may not need to ask you for technical information during the operation. And, they may be surprised when you do all of these and more. Either they will be more surprised or they will get used to it.. We are everywhere with our professional knowledge! "
  • Dr. Aysha Al Busmait

    Director of Government Communications

    UAE Federal Transport Authority - Land & Maritime (FTA)

    UAE

  • Dr. Noura Al Dhaheri

    CEO

    Maqta Gateway

    UAE

    "Minimizing the gender gap is a gradual process, but there is great reason for optimism knowing that with persistence, women can and will advance the industries beyond any limitations that have been placed on us."
  • Sue Donoghue

    Managing Director – DHL Global Forwarding, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Project Director – SABIC – DHL Global Forwarding – Industrial Projects

    Saudi Arabia

    "I firmly believe that roles should be filled by the best suited candidate and I am honoured to work with a company like DHL that celebrates diversity and women are given equal opportunities to lead."
  • Jasamin Fichte

    Managing Partner,

    Fichte and Co.

    UAE

  • Jamylia Garajayeva

    Commercial Manager - Logistics

    Petrofac

    UAE

    Jamilya.garajayeva@petrofac.com

  • Susan Hunter

    CEO

    APM Terminals

    Bahrain

    "I am responsible for the day to day management and performance of Bahrain’s only commercial port facility, Khalifa Bin Salman Port."
  • Aireen Malonzo

    JSL Global

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  • June Manohoran

    Director

    Lukoil Marine Lubricants, MENA

    UAE

  • Sinem Mecik

    Managing Partner

    Maskot Shipping & Services

    Turkey

    sinem@maskotshipping.com

    "Fortune favors the brave"
  • Ghazalah Moloobhoy

    Director / General Manager

    A.S. Moloobhoy Pvt. Ltd. / Moloobhoy Marine Services, LLC

    UAE

    "While we as women have come along way, I believe that proving your worth is a never-ending process and avoiding complacency at all costs is essential to shed gender stereotypes."
  • Eliska Mundell

    Cargo Sales Manager - Global Accounts - Middle East & Africa

    Emirates Airlines

    UAE

  • Capt. Sahar Rasti

    CEO

    SJR Group

    UAE

    "Overcoming the odds to become the first certified female Emirati captain, as well as gaining acceptance from a culture that has traditionally resisted women working outside the home (or in less conservative roles), were driving forces behind my motivation to reach for the stars without reservation."
  • Sabina Raza

    Business Development Executive

    Enkay Express - Logistica

    UAE

    "Be a women who overcomes obstacles by tackling them in faith instead of tiptoeing around them in fear."
  • Nelusha Silva

    Business Development Manager

    Enkay Express - Logistica

    UAE

    "Being in the freight and logistics industry for 36 years and the past 24 years in the Middle East, my advice to my female colleagues is have fire, passion and love in whatever you do or you will be worn out."
  • Sadhini Silva

    Assistant Manager - Business Development

    JSL Global

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  • Rhonda Somers

    CMO

    Ace 54

    UAE

    "In the years of working through the industry, I believe the leadership is changing and capitalizing based on the “value add” formula, where women in general are making the shift and being noticed in decision-maker roles."
  • Nishika Thomas

    Senior Sales Manager

    Enkay Express - Logistica

    UAE

    "When women support each other incredible things happen."
  • Chasity Clay

    CEO

    Everything Freight Solutions

    United States

    "No isn't always a closed door"