Contributions and significance of women professionals in maritime clusters
Office of Research Services, Palompon Institute of Technology, Palompon, Leyte, Philippines.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(03), 870–878
Publication history:
Received on 02 November 2024; revised on 09 December 2024; accepted on 11 December 2024
Abstract:
Maritime clusters, encompassing industries like shipping, logistics, and marine energy, are pivotal to global economic growth. Despite their contributions, women remain underrepresented in these sectors, holding less than 5% of leadership roles and only 1% of seafaring positions globally. This paper examines the contributions of women in maritime clusters, exploring their roles in governance, sustainability, and innovation. Drawing on global case studies from Norway, Japan, and Singapore, the study highlights strategies for advancing gender equity through the Gender-Responsive Maritime Strategies (GReMS) framework. By integrating inclusivity policies and leveraging digitalization, the maritime sector can unlock significant economic potential, aligning with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 (gender equality) and the global transition to Industry 5.0.
Keywords:
Industry 5.0; Innovation; Gender equality; Gender-responsive policies; Maritime clusters; Sustainability; Women in leadership
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