Setting the Course
At Multraship, we have always believed that the strength of our operations lies in the strength of our people. As we mark the IMO International Day for Women in Maritime on 18 May 2026, we take pride in how far we have come and reaffirm our commitment to the women who help power our fleet, our offices, and our future.
This year, the day aligns with the overarching World Maritime Day theme “From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence.” For a family-owned company with more than 240 years of maritime heritage and over a century of specialisation in towage and salvage, these words carry real meaning. Set the course. Power the change. This reflects our belief that excellence is achieved only when principles are lived every day, aboard every vessel and in everywhere we operate.
More Than Words: Equality as Practice
Equality is a core value at Multraship, and it goes beyond a line in a policy document. It is reflected in equal pay, in a culture that actively encourages every colleague to speak up and be heard, and in the deliberate effort we make to ensure that talent, not gender, determines opportunity. From our tug masters at sea to our specialized teams at our offices, every role at Multraship is open to anyone with the skill, ambition and dedication to succeed.
The maritime sector has long been male-dominated, particularly in operational and leadership roles. We recognise this reality, and we are determined to be part of the change. As Eline Muller, Senior Executive at Multraship, has noted, increasing the visibility of women in maritime is not simple a question of fairness, it is essential to inspiring younger generations and breaking down the stereotypes that have limited our industry’s talent pool for too long.
Building the Pipeline: From Classroom to Wheelhouse
Translating policy into practice means investing in the next generation. At Multraship, we actively engage with nautical colleges, universities and, increasingly, secondary schools to raise awareness of what a career in maritime can offer. Our state-of-the-art tug simulator, one of the first of its kind in the industry, is not only a training tool for experienced crew, it also serves as a gateway for students and young professionals who want to experience towage and salvage operations first-hand.
We believe that if young people, and young women in particular, can see themselves in maritime roles, they are more likely to pursue them. That is why outreach matters. That is why visibility matters. And that is why days like the IMO International Day for Women in Maritime are so important, they shine a light on the women who are already making an impact and encourage those who are still considering their path.
Sustainability, Innovation and Diverse Thinking
Our industry is undergoing a period of profound transformation. Decarbonisation, digitalisation and increasingly rigorous safety standards demand fresh thinking and diverse perspectives. With recent fleet investments, like the IMO Tier III-compliant Multratug 35 and 36, and our involvement in landmark projects such as the Princess Elisabeth Island, the world’s first artificial energy island, and the Fehmarnbelt tunnel, Multraship continues to play a role at the forefront of maritime innovation.
Diverse teams make better decisions. Research confirms it, and our experience bears it out. When women are part of the conversation at every level, the result is solutions that are more creative and more resilient. As an industry, we cannot afford to draw from only half the talent pool if we want to meet the challenges ahead.
Our Commitment: Today and Tomorrow
On this International Day for Women in Maritime, Multraship reaffirms its commitment to:
- Equal opportunity and equal pay as the non-negotiable foundation of our workplace culture.
- Active outreach and education to attract the next generation of maritime professionals, with a particular focus on encouraging young women to explore careers at sea and ashore.
- Visibility and representation by celebrating the contributions of our people across our organisation and the wider maritime community.
- Continuous improvement of our policies and practices, ensuring that diversity and inclusion remain living, evolving commitments rather than static aspirations.
Charting the Course Together
For over two centuries, the Muller family has been at the helm of maritime services. However, we know that the course ahead requires all hands on deck, regardless of gender, background or experience. From policy to practice, harbour towage to salvage: Multraship is proud to be a company where women are not only welcome, but essential.
