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UK Shipping Industry Ranked 5th Globally in New Competitiveness Index

The UK Chamber of Shipping has published a major new report by the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr), confirming the UK’s position as one of the world’s most competitive maritime nations.

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.

Member Benefits

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

Find out more about the benefits of Chamber membership View events

Find out more about the UK Chamber of Shipping by watching our short introductory video or emailing membership@ukchamberofshipping.com

Upcoming events

Feb 26

Maritime Labour Convention Online Course

The Chamber will be hosting an online-only training course on the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) including the updates made in 2025; how it has come to be the fourth pillar of international regulation for shipping, alongside SOLAS, MARPOL and STCW.

Image from the UK Chamber of Shipping AGM

Mar 26

UK Chamber of Shipping AGM 2026 & Member Drinks

The UK Chamber's AGM will take place this year at Glaziers Hall.

Members will be able to access the papers for the AGM by mid-February from the members area.

May 26

British Tugowners Association | Annual General Meeting, Conference & Dinner | 2026

The British Tugowners Association is delighted to announce that its 91st Annual General Meeting, Conference and Dinner will be held in Liverpool.

Please come and celebrate with us on 6-7 May 2026.

More details to follow.

May 26

Safety Culture Conference 2026

The Chamber's Safety Culture Conference brings together shipping industry representatives wanting to improve safety throughout their business. 80+ attendees will take part in this 1.5 day conference at the wonderful, historic Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow. Tickets will go on sale in Feb

Jun 26

Summer Lunch

The Summer Lunch will take place at the beautiful Signet Library in Edinburgh. Over 200 shipping professional come together to networking over some fine food and drink. Tickets will go on sale in February.

Harbour Towage Panel | 11 June 2026 | Seaworks Southampton

Member only

Jun 26

Harbour Towage Panel | 11 June 2026 | Seaworks Southampton

Please Save the Date for the Summer Harbour Towage Panel held adjacent to Seaworks.

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