Serving the people who serve us everyday

Caring for seafarers around the world

Annual Review 08/09The Mission to Seafarers

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Page 3Message from the President

Page 5Overview of the year

Page 7Who we are

What we do

Page 9Where we work

Why we care for seafarers

Page 10Ready and waiting

Page 12Our achievements in 2008/9

Page 14Looking to the future

Page 16Fundraising

Page 18Our finances

Messagefrom thePresidentSeaFaReRS have an incalculable impact on our

daily lives. More than 90 per cent of our everyday

needs – food, fuel, clothes – are brought to us over

thousands of miles of seas and oceans by the world’s

seafarers. But the brightness and bustle of our

supermarkets and shops is in stark contrast to the

lonely lives of those who crew the world’s merchant

ships. Far out at sea, away from home for months on

end, seafarers live harsh, isolated lives.

Seafarers spend their lives on an endless journey.

Docking at distant port terminals, often far from

any town, they barely have the opportunity to set

foot on land before heading out to sea again. It is a

curious paradox that those on whom we depend so

much should be almost invisible to us.

The Mission to Seafarers exists to serve these

hardworking and often lonely people. In 230 ports

around the world the Mission’s chaplains and

volunteers are offering help, support and friendship.

Piracy, shipwreck and abandonment in a foreign

port are among the many dangers which seafarers

face. Whatever the crisis, or everyday problem, The

Mission to Seafarers is there as a friend and advocate

for seafarers of all faiths and nationalities.

We know that many seafarers’ lives would be much

harder if they were not able to turn to the Mission.

None of this work would be possible, though,

without the continued backing of the Mission’s

own supporters in parishes, ports and the maritime

sector. Hundreds of thousands of seafarers, and their

families, benefit every year from the Mission’s work.

If you are already a supporter I wish to thank you for

everything you have done for seafarers. If you are

not already a supporter then I would invite you to

read this report and learn more about the vital work

that the Mission has been carrying out in British

ports and around the world for more than 150 years.

The Mission would welcome any help you feel able

to provide.

HRH The Princess RoyalPresident of The Mission to Seafarers

In 230 ports around the world, the Mission’s chaplains and volunteers are offering help, support and friendship.

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around the world the Mission offers a

beacon of friendship to hard working seafarers

longing for a place of security where they will be

welcomed and made to feel special.

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Secretary General, the Revd Tom Heffer

Overview of the year

Our gift of friendship is offered to any seafarer who

needs it, whatever their nationality or their faith,

whatever their need.

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IN 2008 the shipping industry entered one of its steepest downturns in decades; few industries around the world have been as sharply affected. None of us can predict when economic

conditions will improve. Regrettably, we can say with certainty that many seafarers’ lives – which are tough at the best of times – will become harder, as they always do during economic downturns.In a severe recession, seafarers face an increased risk of abandonment and added anxiety about the future and job security. This is in addition to the loneliness and danger they face on an everyday basis.In times like these, The Mission to Seafarers is needed more than ever; supporting and caring for seafarers and fighting for justice on their behalf. as the trade situation has worsened we have been rising to the challenge all around the world.In Falmouth, for example, our chaplain has been working closely with ecumenical colleagues visiting seafarers on ships laid up on the River Fal to ensure that their needs are not forgotten. In Dubai our award-winning Flying Angel support vessel has been playing a vital role in visiting seafarers who are stuck on ships miles off the coast in the anchorage at Fujairah.as the only welfare agency linked to the eU anti-piracy Operation atalanta, The Mission to Seafarers has also been in the thick of it supporting seafarers and their families when they have been affected by this terrible scourge. Our chaplains have a unique insight into the trauma and stress which seafarers experience during these terrible times.Of course so much of the work that we do never makes the headlines: like the seafarers we serve it is almost invisible. But make no mistake, our work, which goes on night and day, 365 days a year in 230 ports around the world, changes lives. If you haven’t heard of The Mission to Seafarers, or our work before, you may ask – what has this got to

do with me? If so, I invite you to think about your own home, with its food and its familiar comforts. Nearly everything you see and use on a daily basis will have been brought to you by seafarers crossing thousands of miles of lonely ocean and spending months on end away from their families. Imagine yourself turning up on an isolated dockside, unpaid, in ill health or after a terrifying pirate attack and with no-one to care for you. Then imagine your relief at seeing the friendly sign of the Flying angel and knowing that you’ve found a home from home with friends who care about you. It has been my great privilege this year to accept the role of Secretary General of The Mission to Seafarers on the retirement of the Revd Canon Bill

Christianson. Bill has been a figure of international stature and an unparalleled advocate for seafarers.Like Bill, I believe that our work is all about practical Christianity. Our gift of friendship is offered to any seafarer who needs it, whatever their nationality or their faith, whatever their need.If you have helped or supported us over the last year then I – on behalf of seafarers worldwide – offer you my heartfelt thanks.If you are new to The Mission to Seafarers then may I request that you take a little time to look through this report and learn about our work and our plans for the future. I hope that what we do will inspire you to support us and help us to continue serving seafarers worldwide.

Thank you.

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We endeavour to provide a tailored response which reflects modern day seafarers’ needs“ “

Who we are

What we do

THe Mission to Seafarers is a missionary society of the

anglican church which is committed to promoting the

wellbeing of seafarers and their families worldwide.

We were founded 153 years ago in england as The

Missions to Seamen, at a time when many spiritually-

based philanthropic organisations came into being

committed to helping the most vulnerable members

of society.

Seafarers lived harsh and lonely lives in those days.

They were also extremely vulnerable to cheats and

conmen when they came ashore. The Mission

reading rooms we set up then soon developed into

Flying angel hostels which were a familiar site in ports

around the world until the automation of shipping

speeded up turn around times and meant seafarers

had less and less time to spend in ports.

The Mission continually reassesses the services it

offers in the light of these changes and endeavours

to provide a tailored response which reflects modern

day seafarers’ needs, usually through small port-based

centres. In Dubai our unique Flying Angel support

vessel plays a vital role in taking our services to

seafarers who are stuck on ships miles off the coast in

Fujairah.

CaRING for seafarers, worldwide, is at the core of all

we do.

about 1,200,000 seafarers are currently at work around

the globe manning cargo ships, oil tankers, tugs, ferries

and cruise ships. We aim to serve and support as many

seafarers as we can.

We help seafarers in four key ways:

Pastorally: Our chaplains visit seafarers on their ships

and provide counselling and practical support including

clothing, money or accommodation in times of crisis

or day-to-day need. We also support the families of

seafarers who are in difficulty due to piracy, accident,

arrest or illness.

Hospitality: Our bright welcoming centres provide a

home from home for seafarers. Internet, telephones

and small shops are available along with recreation

facilities including bars, books and DVDs.

Advocacy: We work nationally and internationally to

fight for justice for seafarers and campaign for seafarers

rights.

Spiritually: We recognise that seafarers have spiritual

needs and – if requested – we aim to offer access to

spiritual support according to individual seafarer’s

needs. We assist seafarers in their relationship with God

by providing services in chapels and Christian literature.

I was working on the tanker vessel Stolt Valer when it was attacked by pirates on its way to India. We

were all forced to stay in a cabin on board and were treated as prisoners for two months. I cannot forget the

agony we were in on those days. We didn’t even have enough water to drink. Our families were so worried,

but I was consoled to hear from my father that The Mission to Seafarers was constantly supporting my family

and my fiancée. On 15 November 2008, after a terrifying ordeal, we were set free by the pirates. as soon

as I arrived home I went to the seafarers’ centre in Tuticorin and expressed my gratitude for all that they did

to support my family during this difficult time. - An Indian seafarer whose family was supported by the

Mission while he was held by pirates.

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Last year we visited seafarers on 76,000 ships around the world... 7

Three days before Christmas I was called out at night to a tanker

moored just 1km off the coast. a seafarer had died suddenly and the

crew wanted pastoral support before setting sail for the Black Sea.

Unfortunately, that day we’d had the most violent storm of the winter

and it was impossible to get on to the ship. The dead man had to be

winched onto our launch and I prayed beside him as we returned to

shore. Two weeks later the ship returned to port and I was able to meet

the crew and bless the replacement crew member. - The Revd

Marvin Bamforth, Mission chaplain in Limassol, Cyprus.

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Where we work

Why we care for seafarers

The chaplain’s role

SeaFaReRS play a vital – but often neglected – role in our everyday lives. It is estimated that over 90% of the

goods that are brought into Britain come by sea.

Few people on land understand how lonely a seafarer’s life really is. When you are away from home for months

on end it is difficult to maintain close relationships. From its earliest days the Mission has recognised how

vulnerable seafarers can be without family or friends around.

Seafarers live a life unlike any other. When things go wrong at work seafarers can’t readily turn to solicitors or

unions to help them out.

Seafarers face many challenges which the Mission seeks to address. among them are:

Ports are often in isolated locations leaving seafarers with no access to the facilities ashore

When seafarers visit ports their stays are often brief and at unsocial hours

Often, when at anchor or port, seafarers are not permitted to leave their ship and go ashore

Seafarers’ contracts are routinely more than 6 months and may be as long as 18 months

Seafarers and their families have little or no ability to communicate with each other while the seafarer is at sea,

heightening tensions and anxiety.

all these factors – combined with the fact that a seafarer’s work place is also their home – mean that seafarers

form a uniquely vulnerable community of workers.

The Mission’s chaplain is often one of the first visitors to a ship after it docks. The chaplain will welcome the crew

and ask if they have any problems or concerns. If there is time the chaplain will arrange transport to the Mission

centre where seafarers can use welfare or communications facilities.

Chaplains have a unique insight into seafarers’ lives and understand the stresses and isolation of life at sea and

the loneliness that seafarers experience. Because our chaplains are so respected internationally their moral and

spiritual standing transcends individual faiths and national divisions and inspires trust. Some of our chaplains are

ordained, others are not.

The Mission chaplain is a universal friend seafarers can always rely on.

THe Mission to Seafarers has a presence in the majority of the world’s busiest ports.

In the UK we directly run centres in ports around the coast including Belfast, Falmouth and the Tees. We

also work in joint partnerships in a number of ports around the UK including avonmouth, Milford Haven,

Southampton and Tilbury. These joint endeavours help us to carry out our work more cost effectively.

around the world, from Limassol in Cyprus, in the Middle east, along the east african coast, in Southern India

and in asia, we are supporting chaplains and ministries through grants or other forms of financial assistance.

In 2008 we welcomed 640,000 seafarers to our centres... 9

Ready and waitingThe ghostly sight of laid up ships is set to become more common as the shipping industry struggles to cope with the economic downturn. as the shipping industry comes to terms with one of its worst crises in living memory, The Mission to Seafarers is preparing for a big increase in demand for its vital welfare services.around the world our chaplains are seeing seafarers dealing with increased isolation and anxiety as they face an uncertain future on ships laid up far from home.The Mission’s Justice and Welfare Secretary, the Revd Canon Ken Peters, says: “Crews on laid-up ships suffer low morale and anxiety about their jobs – this poses a special challenge to our chaplains.“Our chaplains are going to have to draw on all their pastoral skills to support seafarers during this downturn.”

THe smile on the face of this happy seafarer speaks volumes for the success of the Seafarers’ Family Communication Centre

in Nelson, New Zealand. Open 24 hours a day, every day of the year, the newly refurbished centre has two telephones

and allows an estimated 200 seafarers a month free access to computers for email, video chat and web browsing. all around

the world, Mission centres like this are providing a home from home for seafarers. In our centres seafarers find a haven

of security and friendship where they are welcomed like old friends and made to feel special when they are far from home.

A home away from home

UKRaINIaN seafarers who spent nearly a year stuck on board a ship in Richards Bay, South africa, received vital support from the Mission’s chaplain, the Revd Jaco Dreyer. The crew were so frustrated by their plight that they painted a giant SOS on the side of the ship to highlight their struggle. Mr Dreyer visited the crew twice a week during their ordeal and tried to make their lives more comfortable. eventually, following lengthy negotiations, the ship was finally bought by a Syrian company and the seafarers were sent home with their wages. every year the Mission helps scores of seafarers who have found themselves stuck in a foreign port. anxious seafarers, far from home, know that the Mission is a universal friend to whom they can always turn.

A vital ally

WHeN Chinese seafarer Jiang Liang suffered a serious accident onboard his ship he was befriended by the Falmouth Mission to Seafarers who supported him through his convalescence until he could return home.

Falmouth chairman, Penny Phillips, says: “We provided Jiang with new clothes and a small allowance to help him during his time in the UK. We helped him send emails and make telephone calls to his wife and parents via our centre’s facilities. Jiang became a regular at the Mission’s centre and he took an active role in helping the Mission prepare for Christmas. “at the Mission we never know just when we will be called on in times of trouble,” says Penny. “But because of our commitment to seafarers of all nationalities and faiths we are ready to step up and meet the need as and when required.”

In times of need

...and we helped seafarers to send 622,000 emails and phone calls 11

Our achievements in 2008 -2009

IN Mombasa our chaplain supported the

crew of the cruise liner The Royal Star

throughout protracted negotiations over

five months to ensure that their wages were

paid. In Richards Bay, South africa a crew of

Ukrainian seafarers who had spent almost

a year in port were finally repatriated.

Throughout their plight they were

supported by the Mission chaplain and his

team and their story received considerable

coverage in the maritime press thanks to

The Mission to Seafarers.

In april the Mission won the prestigious

Seatrade award for Investment in People

for its Flying Angel support vessel which

serves seafarers in Fujairah which takes

welfare and support services to the thousands of

seafarers who spend months on ships anchored three

to fifteen miles off the coast of the Uae.

The threat posed to seafarers by piracy was

dramatically brought to public attention with the

attacks on the Sirius Star and the ensuing hostage crisis.

Some of our chaplains cared for the families of crew

members who were caught up in this dangerous period

and worked with the management companies to assist

in their response.

During the year we played an active role at the

International Labour Organisation in setting minimum

standards for decent working conditions for seafarers

and also at the International Maritime Organisation,

the United Nations specialised agency for maritime

affairs. Significant progress was made towards

adopting guidelines for dealing with seafarers who are

abandoned by ship owners.

Over the last year we continued to meet our core objective of caring for seafarers and their families around the world.

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Our achievements in 2008 -2009

In 2008 the

Mission started

to roll out Voice

over the Internet Protocol which allows 16

telephone lines – instead of one – to be

connected at one time. In May 2009 we

launched an international roaming SIM

card which allows seafarers to use their own

mobile phone from almost anywhere in the

world at a single competitive rate

Chaplains are the cornerstone of our ministry

and in 2009 chaplaincy vacancies continued

to be at a low level. New chaplains were

appointed in Milford Haven, Falmouth and

Dunkerque and our ecumenical patterns of

working continued to thrive.

We continue to be alert to developing new models of ministry in order to deliver the best – and most cost

effective – means of delivering the best possible service to meet seafarers’ needs.

Throughout the year we continued to play a vital role in fighting for justice for seafarers. Our chaplains and staff

organised legal representation and liaised with seafarers and unions. In extreme cases, we have ensured that food has

been supplied to seafarers who have been left onboard ship without adequate supplies.

Loneliness and isolation present a big challenge to seafarers. We are committed to providing low cost

communications facilities so that they can keep in touch with their families at an economical cost. Our centres offer

email facilities and telephones and seafarers can also buy our Flying angel phone card which can be used in

63 countries around the world. annually seafarers use the card to make some 1.5 million calls totalling more than

10 million minutes.

anxious seafarers onboard a rusting vessel in the Bay of

Falmouth were helped by the local branch of The Mission to

Seafarers when they ran out of food.

When the YeYa1 arrived in the region, she was immediately

inspected by Her Majesty’s Coastguard who, upon boarding

the vessel, found that the only foodstuffs left for the crew

were some macaroni and flour.

Thankfully, the ship had enough water onboard but when

the local coastguard received a text message from a

crewmember saying “help – no food”, The Mission to

Seafarers stepped in to provide the necessary assistance.

Penny Phillips, Falmouth’s chairman, arranged for over

£400 worth of goods to be purchased from a local ship’s

chandlers and for some dry food to be taken out of

storage and given to the ship’s company who had not

heard from the owners of the vessel for two months.

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Looking to the future

THe Mission to Seafarers is committed to serving seafarers at their greatest point of need. We recognise that with limited resources it is essential that we continually reassess the way we provide ministry, especially as shipping and trade patterns change.In 2008 we published our ‘Strategic Review of Service Provision’, a global review of the Mission’s worldwide activities. It examined our current representation in 230 ports worldwide, the existing role of ministry and the demands for services to seafarers in booming ports where the Mission currently has no presence.among the report’s key findings were:

The review was undertaken by Dick Thomas, a well-known figure in the shipping industry. It took

into account the rapid growth of China, the surge in the international container trade and the routes carrying the

enormously increased sea traffic in raw materials. It also addressed the phenomenal growth in the cruise industry.

The report found that in some of the fastest growing areas – eastern europe, China, South america, there is

currently very little provision of seafarers’ centres. The final recommendations for the 11 ‘Category a’ ports were

based on improving the balance of Mission presence in areas with little provision of services, choosing ‘emerging

economy’ countries with strong prospects for increased ship visits and serving those ports which have a major

role in growth trades. The review is a ‘living document’ and its data base is regularly updated.

By early 2009 brief fact-finding visits had been paid to nearly all the 11 ‘Category a’ ports and ministries had

already been established in the Brazilian maritime hub points of Belem and Suape.

In 2009 we will continue to explore how we can meet the challenge of building our ministry in these ports and

the financial consequences of meeting these changes. We recognise that the current economic climate could

have a significant impact on these plans, especially on our hopes to gain financial contributions from the port

operators and the shipping industry .

• 11 new ports were pinpointed as prime ‘Category A’ targets for future possible service provision including Shanghai, Ho Chi Minh City, Belem and Suape.

• A further 55 ports were identified as possible alternatives where there is a clear need for the provision of services to seafarers.

• 14 ports were identified which currently have an existing low level Mission presence which could have service provision strengthened.

• 24 ports with an existing Mission presence were identified where changes in the model of ministry might suit the needs of visiting seafarers.

There are huge changes taking place in the patterns of international trade and the Mission must focus its resources where they are needed most. The decisions that we take now will have a major impact on the shape of the Society’s work over the next 20 years. - The Revd Tom Heffer, Secretary General

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all of the vital work that we do is only made possible through the continued generosity and hard work of our many supporters.We benefit from the goodwill of supporters in the Church and maritime communities and from the generosity of many people across the country who value the Mission’s continued work for seafarers.

Fundraising

Fundraising Charitable aims

Other

Fundraising

Governance80%

4%

1%

15%

Helpingseafarers

In 2008 the Society’s fundraising income,

including legacies, totalled £2,823,000. Over the

past year the Society embarked on a major fund-

raising review working with external consultants

to identify opportunities for increasing revenue

through boosting direct giving, corporate support

and legacy giving.

During the year a number of exciting and successful

events were run by committees around the country

which raised funds for the Society. These included

fundraising lunches on board HQS Wellington run

by the London Flying angel Committee, the many

activities undertaken by the Birmingham Committee

and a reception for friends and supporters at the

Jersey Maritime Museum which was held by the

committee in Jersey.

In June the well-attended ‘Making Waves-

Triathlon Challenge’ in Canvey Island, essex, which

was sponsored by Informa, attracted scores of

competitors and raised almost £16,000 for the

Mission.

The popular former newsreader Richard Baker was

the guest reader at the society’s annual Carol Concert

which was held at St Michael Paternoster Royal.

The concert was the most successful ever and raised

almost £17,000.

Throughout the summer of 2009 a colourful ‘Mission

roadshow’ is visiting County Shows around the UK

promoting the Mission’s work and looking to enlist a new generation of supporters.

In September 2009 the Society is organising the third Tour Pour La Mer bike ride. Spanning Belgium and Holland, the two day ride will be the most ambitious so far taking riders through antwerp and Rotterdam where we have Mission facilities. It is hoped that it will raise £500,000. We are grateful to have the sponsorship of, among others, Lloyds Register, Lloyd’s List, V.Ships, Fairplay and Trade Winds for this event. In april 2009 alex King ran on behalf of the Mission in the London marathon and supporters were invited to sponsor him through Flying angel News UK, our newsletter for UK supporters.

The Society’s fundraising is also bolstered by hundreds of different events, large and small, which take place across the country including great Sea Teas and numerous coffee mornings and bring and buy sales. Street collectors remind shoppers just how much we all owe to seafarers and loyal donors generously support our appeals.

as in previous years the Mission is grateful to the Merchant Navy Welfare Board and the International Transport Federation (ITF) for the support given in grants to the Society for the worldwide activities of the Mission. a new five year funding plan for vehicles has been agreed which will enable the Society to have a funded vehicle replacement programme for the future.

Where your money goes

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£000 £000 £000 £000 £000Statement of Financial Activities Incoming Resources Donations, Gifts, Charitable activities 1,884 1,768 2,176 1,640 1,679Legacies 1,390 971 1,042 1,647 1,611Investment Income 789 769 875 852 464Other Income 155 359 654 456 120Total 4,218 3,867 4,747 4,595 3,874Outgoing Resources Charitable activities 3,807 3,450 3,661 3,226 3,133Other 1,054 1,044 1,142 1,031 666Total 4,861 4,494 4,803 4,257 3,799Net (Outgoing )/incoming Resources before recognised gains and losses (643) (627) (56) 338 75Net (losses)/gains on investments (4,945) 95 1,375 2,550 995net movement in funds (5,588) (532) 1,319 2,888 1,070 Balance Sheet Tangible assets 5,760 4,971 4,906 4,510 4,757Investments 16,464 23,192 23,816 22,494 19,493Net Current assets 1,665 1,314 1,287 1,686 1,552net Assets 23,889 29,477 30,009 28,690 25,802 endowment 780 961 780 877 951Restricted 616 650 681 716 935Unrestricted 22,493 27,866 28,548 27,097 23,916Total Reserves 23,889 29,477 30,009 28,690 25,802 Cash Flow Net cash flow from Operating activities (1,786) (1,519) (1,386) (914) (399) Fixed assets (830) 50 39 355 (57) Investment Income 789 769 875 852 797 Investments 1,500 729 343 (451) (156)Change in Liquid Resources (327) 29 (129) (158) 185

Our Finances

Comparisons of relevant financial figures between Annual Accounts for 2004 to 2008

2008 2007 2006 2005 2004

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The auditors have confirmed that the financial information contained in this review has been extracted from the full annual report and financial statements presented to the Mission’s annual General Meeting on June 24, 2009 and which will be subsequently filed with the Charity Commission.

These summarised accounts may not contain sufficient information to gain a complete understanding of the financial affairs of the society. The full audited report and financial statements may be obtained from Brian abbott, the Chief accountant at central office ( contact details overleaf)

approved by the Council on 9 June, 2009 and signed on its behalf by:

Chairman of the Council Chairman of the audit Committee

Looking ahead

The Trustees realise that the trend of increasing cash outflow and erosion of investments is ultimately unsustainable. Recognising this, the Trustees have decided to invest in the modernisation of the Society, particularly in its approach to fundraising, so that it will be able to stabilise its finances and maintain its charitable activities during future economic cycles.

In 2008 the Society made steady progress towards meeting the challenges addressed in its core strategy document “Moving Forward in Mission”. The creation of a new, streamlined Council and Committee structure has allowed the Mission to speed up its decision-making process. The fundraising review has highlighted the urgent need to build up our core donor base. accordingly, we have embarked upon a number of donor recruitment initiatives including acquisition mailings and a ‘road show’ which will visit County Shows around the UK in Summer 2009.

The Mission to Seafarers is grateful to all the parishes, committees and individuals who have supported our work in the last year. In particular, we would like to

thank the following trusts and companies:

•a Bilbrough & Co Ltd•aldgate Ward Club•art in Design Limited•Bahamas Maritime authority•Bibby Line Group Ltd•BP Shipping Ltd•British Marine Plc•Carnival plc trading as Carnival UK•Church Commissioners•Cooper Gay & Co Ltd•Criffel Charitable Trust•Cristal Limited•Dixie Rose Findlay Charitable Trust•DP World•e a Pemberton Barnes Trust•emmaus Christian Foundation•G C Gibson Charitable Trust•Grain & Feed Trade association•Humber Sea Terminal Ltd•Informa UK Limited•International Maritime Organisation•Joseph Strong Frazer Trust•JP Knight (PaRaNaM) Ltd

•Langley Shipping Limited•Linden Charitable Trust•Maud elkington Charitable Trust•Medway Mission to Seaman Trust•Miller Insurance Service Ltd•MOL Tankship Management Ltd•Niarchos (London) Ltd•Norman evershed Trust•Peter Storrs Trust•Philip Barker Charity•Phillips Charitable Trust•Robert Orpwood Blott Charitable Trust•Royal Marines•Royal Naval association Woking Branch•Saga Shipping Company Ltd•Salamander Charitable Trust•Salen Charitable Trust•Seatrade Communications Limited•Sir edward Lewis Charitable Trust•Standard Steamship Owners Protection•Swire Charitable Trust•T K Foundation•The Catatania Trust

•The Charles Littlewood Hill Trust•The Douglas Investment Trust•The e.D.B Memorial Charitable Trust•The Fulmer Charitable Trust•The G F eyre Charitable Trust•The Gosling Foundation Limited•The Kay Williams Charitable Foundation•The Orr Mackintosh Foundation Limited•The Princess anne’s Charities Trust•The Ryden Trust•The Seedfield Trust•The Souter Charitable Trust•The Worshipful Company Of Carmen Benevolent

Trust•The Worshipful Company of Fishmongers•The Worshipful Company of Fuellers•The Worshipful Company Of Innholders•The Worshipful Company Of Tallow Chandlers•Thomas Miller & Co•Tindall Riley (Britannia) Limited•Trinity House•UK P&I Club•William a Cadbury Charitable Trust

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PATROnHer Majesty The Queen

PRESIDEnTHer Royal Highness The Princess Royal

CHAIRMAn OF COUnCILMr Robert Woods CBe

VICE CHAIRMAn OF COUnCILCaptain John Hughes FNI

SECRETARY GEnERALThe Revd Tom Heffer

COMMITTEE CHAIRMEn

Governance and Nominations CommitteeMr Robert Woods CBe

Remuneration CommitteeCaptain John Hughes FNI

Investment CommitteeMr Malcolm Bell Ca aaT

audit CommitteeMr Peter Mcewen

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COUnCILR B Woods CBe, J W Hughes, M S H BeII, Vice admiral Sir Tom Blackburn KCVO CB, The Rt Revd R M C Frith, C S Horrocks CBe (From Feb 2009), P Mcewen, The Revd Canon D H e Mosford, Mrs J Reid, M J S Seymour (From June 2008), S P Sherrard, The Ven S a Watson, F J Whitworth OBe

LIAISOn BISHOPSaUSTRaLIa: The Rt Revd G Weatherill, Bishop of Willochra (Western States); The Rt Revd G Fryar, Bishop of Rockhampton, (Southern, Northern and eastern States);IReLaND: The Rt Revd WNF empey;JaPaN: The Rt Revd aY Nakamura, Bishop of Kobe: NIGeRIa: The Rt Revd SO Fagbemi; Bishop of OsunNORTH aMeRICaN aND THe CaRIBBeaN: The Most Revd Te Finlay(Canada): The Rt Revd CW Bess, Bishop of Trinidad and Tobago (Caribbean);OCeaNIa: The Rt Revd JRK Gray, Bishop of Waipounamu;PHILIPPINeS: The Rt Revd BO espartero, Bishop of the Philippine Independent Church and Bishop of Lucena City;SCOTLaND: The Rt Revd D Chillingworth, Bishop of St andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane;SOUTHeRN aFRICa: The Rt Revd P Glover, Bishop of the Free State;SOUTH INDIa: The Rt Revd Dr S Jeyapaul David, Bishop in Tirunelveli;WaLeS: The Rt Revd J Davies, Bishop of St asaph

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