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Women's International Shipping & Trading Association

Our Focus

Professional Development
Increasing competency, sharing best practices, information, contacts and experiences.
Building a global network
Creating global business relationships in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors.
national wista associations
Proudly serving more than 3,900 executives in 56 National WISTA Associations.
the gender gap
WISTA proudly supports the advancement of women in leadership roles.
committees
Trade, Diversity, HR, Technology, Environmental, Yachting Committees working to advance the WISTA mission.
partnerships
WISTA is proud of its international partnerships and relationships.

Our Mission

WISTA is an international networking organisation whose mission is to attract and support women, at the management level, in the maritime, trading and logistics sectors.

OUR NETWORK

WISTA has 3,800+ members and 56 National WISTA Associations (NWAs).

Events

WISTA International AGM and Conference 2024

Mark your calendars! Exciting news! Save the date for the WISTA International AGM and Conference 2024, happening in the beautiful city of Limassol, Cyprus, from 07-11 October. […]

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News

International Day for Women in Maritime 2024

Join us in celebrating the International Day for Women in Maritime 2024 on Friday 17th May. It’s essential not only to commemorate this day but also to continue […]

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Join WISTA at the Women in Breakbulk Brunch

WISTA The Netherlands and WISTA Belgium invites you to join them at the Women in Breakbulk Brunch on Tuesday 21 May during Breakbulk Europe. Registration information is […]

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WISTA International and OTG Launch Online Learning Platform

We’re delighted to share that WISTA International has signed a partnership agreement with Ocean Technologies Group, a leading provider of Human Capital Management solutions for the maritime sector. Through this […]

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International Day for Women in Maritime 2024 IMO Video Message

WISTA International would like to express our deepest gratitude to Arsenio Dominguez and the International Maritime Organization for their unwavering support. Your dedicated, generosity and commitment have […]

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WISTA International ExCo Mid-Term Meeting and Conference

On the 19th April, WISTA International held its Mid-Term Conference with the theme “We Are All Connected in Shipping.” Hosted and organised by WISTA Türkiye, this pivotal event brings together […]

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The 9th Our Ocean Greece Conference has commenced today with WISTA International President Elpi Petraki and Executive Committee Member Nazli Selek in attendance. WISTA International are excited […]

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Trade Committee Inaugural ‘Small Talks’ Webinar

WISTA International Trade Committee held this years inaugural ‘Small Talks’ Webinar on Wednesday 3rd April. This months subject was E-BLS with guest speaker Mr Boaz Lessem Please see […]

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FINAL REMINDER – 2024 IMO Honours for Exceptional Bravery at Sea – Call for nomination

“We kindly request cooperation to promote and encourage the submission for nominations. The final deadline for nominations is Monday 15 April. Find the links below which include: […]

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WISTA UK represents WISTA International at Canada House

WISTA International represented by WISTA UK President and Secretary,  attended a meeting last week along with members of IMOGEN , discussing the issues facing the attraction and retention of women […]

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WISTA International AGM & Conference 2024 – Registration Now Open!

Registration is now open for the WISTA International AGM and Conference 2024 to be held on 09 – 11 October at the Amathus Beach Hotel in Limassol, […]

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