Maersk Rainbow Container Arrives In India For A Month-long Tour To Celebrate Diversity And Inclusion
The 40-feet rainbow container will travel from India’s East Coast to West Coast creating awareness, and celebrating and affirming Maersk’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Maersk’s skillfully painted, the 40-feet rainbow container arrived in India earlier this week at the Ennore Port. The rainbow container started its tour of India yesterday, 21st July from Chennai and will travel through Bangalore, Pune, and Mumbai before ending the journey end of August at APM Terminals Mumbai at Jawaharlal Nehru Port. During the India tour, the rainbow container will make various stops at Maersk’s offices as well as pass-through prominent spots in the cities to create awareness and celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion.
Shalini Nataraj, Head of HR, Global Service Centre (GSC), Fleet and Strategic Brands, A.P. Moller – Maersk, said, “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is an integral part of our culture at Maersk. We are extremely proud to welcome the rainbow container in India and further emphasise our commitment towards being inclusive of one and all.” She further added, “This container is a reminder that we stand with everyone regardless of their race, gender, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability. We celebrate everyone’s authentic self and make sure that they are welcome to come and work or partner with us.”
The rainbow container started its journey in Chennai from the Academy of Maritime Education and Training for budding maritime cadets. The cadets received DEI training in the backdrop of the container’s visit to the academy. The container will spend the next few days at the Maersk office where it will also welcome a Pride Parade, before moving to Bengaluru for the next two weeks where it will visit the Maersk Technology Centre, and be present at Maersk GSC’s Annual Leadership Conference.
Onwards from Bengaluru, the rainbow container will visit Pune city before its final showcase in Mumbai, where it will be placed at the Maersk offices in Vikhroli and Airoli. The rainbow container will finally head to APM Terminals Mumbai at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port, from where it will be loaded on a Maersk vessel for its onward journey to the next destination.
Press Release
Shipping News You Would Like:
Disclaimer :
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. While we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.
Do you have info to share with us ? Suggest a correction
Latest Shipping News You Would Like:
Crew Member of MTM Dublin Tanker Falls Overboard Near Boston Harbour
U.S Navy Spends $175 Million On An Old Ship That May Never Return To Sea, Angering Taxpayers
Russia Launches Attacks On Ukraine After Alleged Death Of Black Sea Fleet Commander
Cruise Ship Captain Sentenced To 5 Years In Prison For Negligence That Killed 27 People
ABS and AL Group To Study Ultramax Bulker Methanol Fuel Conversion
Get the Latest Maritime News Delivered to Your Inbox!
Our free, fast, and fun newsletter on the global maritime industry, delivered everyday.