Seafarers UK: Real-life impact

Fisherman born, fisherman bred

Fishermen’s Centre in Troon, Scotland, developed with the assistance of Seafarers UK, provides support and resources to local fishermen.

Grants to support Royal Marines suffering with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

After leaving the Royal Marines Keith suffered from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder as a result of his military experiences. Read his story...

Marine Engineering Pathway Project to inspire young people

Since the launch of this major three-year project in 2016, Seafarers UK and its co-sponsor and delivery partner, Sea Cadets have been working in partnership to inspire and engage young people in learning more about careers in STEM and to think about a future in marine engineering.

Providing a financial lifeline for fishermen

For people like Louie who earn a living at sea, the work can be very fulfilling, but with such a challenging job comes unpredictable conditions that can quickly change everything and the effects can be devastating. Read Louie's story.

Students from deprived coastal regions attend ‘Future Marine Engineering’ courses

Thanks to Seafarer’s UK support, the Smallpeice Trust delivered a week-long Future Marine Engineering residential course at the University of Southampton and awarded 40 sponsored places to students living in deprived coastal regions of the UK.

Supporting disadvantaged young people

UK Sailing Academy (UKSA) is a charity that widens access to maritime training, improving life-skills and launching careers by providing bursaries to financially disadvantaged young people.