Pipavav - APM Terminals Pipavav continues its commitment in boosting the economic contribution of women within their families and communities.

APM Terminals Pipavav is delighted to share significant progress:

• Along with two Skill & Entrepreneurship Development Centres at Rajula, innovative initiatives such as our Diamond Cutting and Polishing Unit for Women and a mobile tailoring lab set up in villages are helping women develop tailoring and embroidery skills, driving financial independence

• To date, we have skilled 3,236 youth (Men: 1,568; Women: 1,668) through these programs, achieving an 83% placement rate. In addition to skill-based employment, APM Terminals Pipavav has nurtured 382 women entrepreneurs, empowering them to launch and grow their businesses From 0% women participation in 2016–17, today we celebrate nearly 50% women’s participation across our skill initiatives. This milestone was recently recognized by the Board of Directors: Samir Chaturvedi, Tim Smith, Soren Brandt. The Board visited SEDI Rajula, appreciating our collective efforts in women empowerment and skill development. We are delighted to be a catalyst for sustainable change in our community, informs a recent communique from APM Terminals Pipavav.