Narges Al-Moussawi wins the “Women Leadership Award in the Shipping Sector” within the Saudi Maritime Award 2026

In an achievement that reflects the growing status of Bahraini leaders on the map of the regional and international maritime sector, Ms. Narjis Al-Mousawi, Chief Executive Officer of Human Resources and Corporate Services and Acting CEO of Bahrain Ship Repair and Engineering Company (BASREC), won the Women’s Leadership Award in the Shipping Sector after being selected from a group of nominees from prominent female leaders in the shipping and maritime industries sector, during the Saudi Maritime Sector Awards Ceremony held in Jeddah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with high-level participation from executive leaders. Decision makers and experts from inside and outside the Kingdom.

This honor comes in recognition of the prominent leadership role and influential contributions made by women in the shipping and maritime industries sector, and sheds light on the leaders who lead institutional transformation, enhance operational excellence, and support sustainable growth in one of the most important strategic sectors in the region.

On this occasion, Mr. Fawzi Kanoo, Chairman of the Board of Directors of BASREC, confirmed that this coronation reflects the level of professional maturity reached by Bahraini national competencies, and their ability to compete and excel in regional and international forums, pointing out that Mrs. Narjis’ victory embodies a leadership model that combines strategic vision and executive efficiency, and confirms BASREC’s firm commitment to empowering national leaders and enhancing the role of women in decision-making positions within the maritime sector.

Kanoo explained that this achievement comes as an extension of BASREC’s journey in developing its institutional system and adopting the best international practices in management and operation, thus supporting its position as a leading regional maritime center in the field of ship repair and marine engineering services.

For her part, Mrs. Narges Al-Moussawi expressed her pride in this honor, stressing that the award represents the result of integrated teamwork and a supportive institutional culture. She said that what has been achieved reflects the Board of Directors’ confidence in national cadres, and confirms the importance of investing in human capital as an essential element for achieving excellence and institutional sustainability. She also stressed her pride in representing the Kingdom of Bahrain in a prestigious regional forum, and in contributing to the development of a more comprehensive maritime sector, capable of accommodating the aspirations of the next generation of leaders.

This honor reflects the growing role of women in reshaping the future of maritime industries. It also reflects BASREC’s commitment to applying best governance practices, institutional innovation, and developing national competencies, in line with national economic development goals, and contributes to consolidating the Kingdom of Bahrain’s position as an advanced and influential maritime center in the region.