by Georgia Demetriou WISTA Cyprus Secretary-General and Legal Director at OSM THOME
Following the WISTA International AGM and Conference in Malaysia, we reflect on a few days filled with meaningful conversations, new connections and the opportunity to bring together members of our global network.
Held under the theme “Bridging Borders, Driving Change: Asia Shaping the Future of Maritime & Trade,” the conference brought together WISTA members from across the world to exchange ideas, share perspectives and explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of the maritime and trade industries.
WISTA Hong Kong SAR China, WISTA Malaysia and WISTA Singapore co-hosted this year’s event. Their dedication, commitment and warm hospitality played an important role in bringing the international WISTA community together for such a successful gathering.
outgoing WISTA International Board for their leadership, dedication and valuable contribution to the organisation. Their commitment and hard work have helped strengthen WISTA’s global presence and advance its mission of supporting and empowering women in the maritime industry.
Welcoming the New WISTA International Board
Congratulations to the newly elected WISTA International President, Céline Mortier, and the members of the new WISTA International Board:
* Céline Mortier – President
* Amsha Gengan
* Maryana Yarmolenko Stober
* Diruni Chanmugam
We wish Céline and the entire Board every success as they take on their new responsibilities and guide WISTA International into its next chapter. We look forward to the ideas, leadership and fresh perspectives they will bring to the organisation.
The AGM and Conference once again highlighted the strength of WISTA’s international network and the importance of collaboration across borders. Bringing together women from different countries, backgrounds and professional experiences reinforces our shared commitment to building a stronger, more diverse and inclusive maritime and trade industry.
We would also like to recognise and thank the outgoing WISTA International Board members, as well as former President Elpi Petraki , for their dedication, hard work and valuable contribution to the organisation. Our thanks go to Jemilat Jawulaa Mahamah, Mariella Collazzi, Nazli Selek, Raimah Chowdhury, Dafne Anghelidis and Meredith Kirby, whose commitment and work have helped shape WISTA’s journey over the past years.
As we look ahead, we remain committed to strengthening our connections, creating opportunities for collaboration and continuing to advance WISTA’s mission worldwide.
