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Renowned maritime leader to headline LISW25 charity event
Captain Kuba Szymanski has been unveiled as the headline speaker for a highly-anticipated charity event at London International Shipping Week…
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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.
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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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