129 structure with flexibility at every stage. What makes this project exceptional is how quickly we’ve had to scale, align and adapt in real time.” On this project, Šiugždinytė has had to factor in a couple of aspects not typical for an Aros Marine refit. “Over 70 per cent of the workforce was new, including specialists who had never worked together before,” she says. “And the project required different approaches at different stages, and close coordination with multiple departments on the client side. “To meet project challenges, we adapted our internal structure early on and implemented daily planning routines that focused on tasks, engineering progress and material flow. This helped us manage both our in-house workforce and subcontractors effectively and allowed us to stay ahead of potential bottlenecks. “Some of the most impactful moments come from simply creating space to respond quickly, whether that means reshuffling teams, proposing alternative technical solutions or resolving blocking points on short notice. The success of large-scale projects often comes down to one thing: how quickly you can adjust when things don’t go to plan – because they rarely do.” Aros Marine’s commitment to developing a diverse leadership team is another key factor in its ability to deliver large-scale projects successfully, says Šiugždinytė. “Refit projects in the marine sector are demanding by nature and not just technically, but mentally as well,” she says. “It’s a high-pressure environment with constant change, moving parts and tight timelines. Whether you’re a man or a woman, leadership requires clear priorities, fast decisions and emotional resilience. “I believe that diversity in leadership brings real value. It opens space for different thinking styles, new ways of managing pressure and a more balanced, long-term perspective. Diversity also brings contrast, which leads to better questions, better decisions and more innovative outcomes. At Aros Marine, we’re seeing that teams with a mix of perspectives and leadership styles are often better equipped to respond to today’s challenges, whether it’s digitalisation, sustainability or shifting client expectations. Diverse leadership isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about performance and having people who see problems differently often means solving them faster.” “ Leadership requires clear priorities, fast decisions and emotional resilience” Šiugždinytė is overseeing a €50 million project – an interior refit on a passenger ship in Germany Photo: Aros Marine
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