Despite efforts to promote gender diversity and equal opportunities in the transportation and logistics industry, women are still underrepresented in several key sectors, such as port operations, container freight stations, warehousing and transport.
Companies are attempting to bridge the gap, but women often face significant challenges in pursuing career advancement, says Eva Rasmussen, general manager for ocean freight at SACO CFR.
"As the industry moves towards a more inclusive future, the collective empowerment of women in the workforce becomes crucial.
"Equal pay and promotion opportunities are fundamental pillars that must be established to create a level playing field for all genders.
"The focus should not be on handouts, but rather on providing equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of gender."
Rasmussen, who recently joined the neutral consolidator's team in South Africa, says the representation of women is not the same when comparing the country with the likes of the USA and Europe.
South Africa has far more women in senior and management/director positions in the industry than overseas.
- Read the rest of what Rasmussen has to say here: https://tinyurl.com/yd6kvcrx
