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LISW25 Panel: Maritime Charity Partners Supporting Shipping
London International Shipping Week 2025 (LISW25) will spotlight the vital role of maritime charities during a highly-anticipated panel discussion.
Our Mission
Improving the lives of seafarers and fishers by raising welfare standards in collaboration with our stakeholders
The work of MNWB is to help improve the effectiveness of all those charities caring for merchant seafarers, fishermen and their dependants.
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We have issued over 4,000 training certificates to participants.
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Grants awarded
15 UK charities and organisations have been funded through the Dft grant programme.
£72,000
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The Vehicle Replacement Programme has awarded grants helping towards the cost of new vehicles for welfare societies.
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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MNWB responds to cargo ship fire
The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) has issued a statement following an incident in Hull dock where a cargo ship…
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Day of the Seafarer 2025
Today is Day of the Seafarer! The MNWB proudly stands in support of seafarers and highlights the…
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