Raimah Chowdhury recognised as Global Youth Leader

Raimah Chowdhury, the managing director of HR Lines Limited, has been recognised as a 2024 Global Youth Leader by the prestigious World Eco-Design Conference.

The award ceremony was held at Vienna International Centre, United Nations Headquarters, in Austria on Thursday during the “2024 World Eco-Design Conference: Designing for Sustainable Development”, according to a press release.

Raimah Chowdhury is the daughter of environment minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury, reports BSS.

World Eco-Design Conference stated that Raimah Chowdhury, the only owner and operator of ocean-going container vessels under Bangladesh flag, has been conferred with the award for her outstanding work with the Women's International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) as its executive member for Asia and the founder president of its Bangladesh chapter.

When asked about Raimah Chowdhury's recognition as a 2024 Global Youth Leader by the World Eco-Design Conference, environment minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury at his office on Thursday said this recognition underscored her commitment to integrating environmental and sustainability considerations into operations, promoting a greener future for the maritime sector and ushering new horizons for women in shipping and logistics.

"This is in sync with Bangladesh's global leadership in environmental stewardship," Saber added.