Rebecca Farrall

Group CEO Aalmar Surveys Group

Rebecca Farrall is the Group Chief Executive Officer of Aalmar Surveys Group, leading the global strategic and operational direction of the independent marine surveying business. An ex‑seafarer, she began her career at sea with A.P. Moller–Maersk before moving into senior fleet operations, assurance, and commercial leadership roles with organisations including Carnival UK, Saga plc, and Aderco, where she served as Managing Director. Combining first‑hand maritime experience with strong commercial and people‑focused leadership, Rebecca is known for driving business growth, operational transformation, and global collaboration, while also being a visible advocate for seafarer welfare, workforce sustainability, and progressive leadership within the maritime industry.

Event Agenda Sessions

NextWave in Conversation: Talent, Trust and the Future Workforce

The industry’s talent challenge is well known – but expectations are changing rapidly. In this panel discussion, young professionals share their perspectives on how career priorities, workplace culture and the skills needed to succeed are evolving, including the growing influence of technologies like AI on day-to-day roles and future career paths. They’ll also explore what companies can do to attract and retain the next generation of talent, from creating new pathways and training opportunities to offering greater workplace flexibility. A practical, solutions-focused conversation about what’s working and what the future workforce wants.

Wednesday 18 November 12:15 - 13:00 Breakbulk Voices Stage

Add to calendar 11/18/2026 12:15 11/18/2026 13:00 NextWave in Conversation: Talent, Trust and the Future Workforce The industry’s talent challenge is well known – but expectations are changing rapidly. In this panel discussion, young professionals share their perspectives on how career priorities, workplace culture and the skills needed to succeed are evolving, including the growing influence of technologies like AI on day-to-day roles and future career paths. They’ll also explore what companies can do to attract and retain the next generation of talent, from creating new pathways and training opportunities to offering greater workplace flexibility. A practical, solutions-focused conversation about what’s working and what the future workforce wants. Breakbulk Voices Stage Asia/Shanghai

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