THE Nautical Institute this week conducted a Women in Maritime event on board P&O Cruises’ Pacific Explorer to raise awareness on gender balance and address barriers that can discourage women from seafaring careers. The guests were welcomed by six third officers who are taking part in a special mentoring program...
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THE Nautical Institute this week conducted a Women in Maritime event on board P&O Cruises’ Pacific Explorer to raise awareness on gender balance and address barriers that can discourage women from seafaring careers.
The guests were welcomed by six third officers who are taking part in a special mentoring program on Pacific Explorer to become senior deck officers on Carnival Australia cruise ships.
Women currently comprise only 2% of seafarers.
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