Diversity in Maritime Charter Organisations

BAE Systems Maritime and Land

BAE Systems Maritime & Land is the UK’s largest defence company, employing around 49,600 people. We deliver critical capability through shipbuilding, submarine programmes, and advanced systems like radars and torpedoes. Our work includes Astute and Dreadnought Class submarines, Type 26 frigates, and SSN-AUKUS design. We also provide in-service support and produce a wide range of munitions for the UK Ministry of Defence. Find out more about BAE Systems Maritime and Land HERE.


GAC UK

GAC UK employs over 200 experts across more than 20 staffed offices covering all of the UK, Ireland and Gibraltar. They deliver a wide range of integrated shipping, logistics and marine services to the energy and shipping industries. Find out more about GAC UK HERE.


Royal Yachting Association

Set up in 1875 as the Yacht Racing Association, the RYA has since become the national governing body for dinghy, motor and sail cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing and personal watercraft and a leading representative body for inland waterways cruising. Find out more about Royal Yachting Association HERE.


Shoreham Port

Shoreham Port was established as a Trust by an Act of Parliament in 1760. Today, by reinvesting profits to benefit the communities we serve, we continually 'improve the Port for everyone.' Around 2 million tonnes of commercial cargo and 14,000 leisure boat movements are welcomed through our lock gates annually. Find out more about Shoreham Port HERE.


The Seafarers’ Charity

The Seafarers' Charity makes a life-changing impact in troubled times. Their donations and grants to organisations support those who work – or have worked – at sea, and their families. Today, The Seafarers’ Charity is an evolving, forward-looking charity – building on past successes but expanding our capabilities to make a genuine difference. Find out more about The Seafarers' Charity HERE