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New Report Reveals UK Shipping Industry’s Vital Role in Powering Global Trade and Delivering a More Prosperous Nation

Launched on 3 June in Parliament, a landmark report “The Value of Shipping 2025” from the UK Chamber of Shipping—reveals the powerful economic, social, and environmental contributions of the shipping industry to the UK.

MNTB Launches National Awareness Campaign to Attract New Talent in Shipping

The Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) has launched a year-long Careers at Sea National Awareness Campaign to raise awareness of the shipping industry and the endless career opportunities available.

Seafarer in training on the deck of a ship

Industry secures further funding commitment for SMarT scheme

The UK Chamber and MNTB have welcomed confirmation from the Government and Maritime and Coastguard agency, that seafarer cadets will continue to benefit from financial support for their training through the Support for Maritime Training Fund (SMarT) until at least 31 March 2026.

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Becoming a member of the UK Chamber will give you access to a variety of membership benefits.

We are open to shipping companies of all sizes, sectors and flags
We offer expert advice and facilitate sharing good practice
We influence policy development at UK and international level
We promote shipping’s relevance as the collective voice of the industry
We horizon-scan for emerging trends, issues and opportunities
We host the Merchant Navy Training Board for seafarer training and education
We provide the forum for industry decision-making
We bring members together for networking and development

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Sep 25

Setting a Course for Growth: Exploring the competitiveness of the UK as a destination for shipping business

Join the UK Chamber for the launch of our new research into the competitiveness of the UK as a destination for shipping business.

Sep 25

There’s always more to sea: An update on the National Careers Awareness Campaign

Join the Merchant Navy Training Board for an afternoon session focused on the Careers at Sea National Awareness Campaign

Sep 25

UK Chamber of Shipping and Korea Shipowners' Association joint seminar

Following our MOU during LISW 2023, the UK Chamber of Shipping and the Korea Shipowners' Association (KSA) are hosting a joint LISW 2025 seminar, titled "The shipping industry’s response to changes in the external environment" - looking at the recent geopolitical challenges.

Sep 25

Global Currents: The Impact of Global Geopolitics on Shipping and Trade

Join the UK Chamber for an in-depth exploration of the impact of shifting global geopolitics and trade dynamics for the shipping and maritime industry, hearing from industry experts and key commentors on how the new world order will shape the sector through 2025 and beyond.

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New Report Reveals UK Shipping Industry’s Vital Role in Powering Global Trade and Delivering a More Prosperous Nation

MNTB Launches National Awareness Campaign to Attract New Talent in Shipping

Industry secures further funding commitment for SMarT scheme

Member Benefits

Upcoming events

Setting a Course for Growth: Exploring the competitiveness of the UK as a destination for shipping business

There’s always more to sea: An update on the National Careers Awareness Campaign

UK Chamber of Shipping and Korea Shipowners' Association joint seminar

Global Currents: The Impact of Global Geopolitics on Shipping and Trade