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MNWB shortlisted for the Association of Charitable Organisations (ACO) awards!
Good news alert! We’re excited to announce that MNWB have been shortlisted for both the “Commercial Collaboration of the…
Our Mission
Supporting the provision of quality welfare services for seafarers and their dependants
The work of MNWB is to help improve the effectiveness of all those charities caring for merchant seafarers, fishermen and their dependants.
About us2,225
Training Certificates
Since March 2021 we have issued over 2,225 training certificates to online course attendees
13,000
SIM cards
We’ve given out over 13,000 free SIM cards to Ukrainian seafarers to make contact with loved ones during the war with Russia.
£1.5million
Grants given away
Over £1.5million has been invested in our Vehicle Replacement Programme
Grant Applications
Does your organisation support seafarer wellbeing or run projects that benefit the maritime industry? We provide grant funding for suitable projects. Contact us today for more information or start your application now.
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Ambassador’s Programme bolstered with trio of recruits
Three maritime professionals have joined the Merchant Navy Welfare Board’s (MNWB) ever-growing Ambassador’s Programme. Gordon Foot (middle), Paul Hayes…
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Captain amongst seafarers honoured for advocating safety following life-changing injury
The Department for Transport has unveiled the 2023 recipients of the Merchant Navy Medal. Among them is a captain who…
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