This story is an excerpt of a feature article in Singapore’s ‘Her World’ magazine, August 2018 issue.
There are more than 4,700 Singapore-registered vessels, carrying at least 88 million tonnes of cargo. It takes a dedicated team to ensure that the vessels and crew meet high standards of safety and function. (...)
Smooth Operator
Ensuring a smooth voyage is not just the job of the crew on board; it requires the combined efforts of charterers, brokers, agents, ship managers, the crew, and suppliers of shipping necessities. And the person who ties it all together: a Ship Operator like Farhana binte Samat.
Farhana is a multitasker who has to communicate with all these parties to ensure that shipments are carried out without a hitch. This may sound like a tall order, but Farhana takes it all in her stride.
“Work can be daunting at times as ships are moving 24/7, so it is very important that you don’t panic when things get overwhelming”
Amid the bustle of work, Farhana finds joy in hanging out with colleagues who come from all walks of life.
