Unlock global potential: Join Spot On Learning’s exclusive workshop at Breakbulk 2026

Mastering cross-cultural perspectives to drive safety, leadership, and business success

Scheduled for 16-18 June 2026 at Ahoy Rotterdam, Breakbulk Europe stands as the premier global gathering for the project cargo and breakbulk sectors. On Tuesday, 16 June at 4 PM, Spot On Learning's co-founder Eelco Kraefft will lead and facilitate a workshop titled "Bridging Continents: Building Trust Across Cultures," hosted in the Women in Breakbulk Lounge. Co-moderator of the workshop is Ms. Mijs Verhoeven, ambassador of the Women Together network. This 45-minute session is free of charge and open to all registered attendees of the event. We look forward to meeting you there!

Navigate cultural differences more effectively

As global business expands between the West and Asia, cultural differences remain a hidden barrier to success, impacting commercial outcomes, leadership effectiveness and safe operations. In this 45-minute workshop, Eelco Kraefft shares real-world examples and practical frameworks to help participants navigate cultural differences more effectively. Learn how to build trust, strengthen international partnerships, improve communication and support safer, better business outcomes.

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The Women Together network has brought together a great lineup of workshops, conversations and real industry discussions around:

Careers at sea
Talent & the next generation
Trust across cultures
Inclusive leadership
The future of bunkering
Visibility, growth and building your career

Who the 'Bridging Continents: Building Trust Across Cultures' workshop is for:

Commercial leaders,
business developers,
project managers,
HR professionals and
executives working internationally.

Eelco Kraefft, founder of Spot On Learning, specialises in helping international teams and leaders navigate cultural complexity, improve collaboration and adapt effectively in fast-changing global business environments.

Mijs Verhoeven (Helmswoman / Women Together) will be supporting this session.

Date and time:
Tuesday June 16
16:00 - 16:45

Location:

Rotterdam Ahoy

Breakbulk 2026