Port of Newcastle awards $100,000 in grants to deserving community organisations

Initiatives that educate and support multicultural and First Nations communities, promote environmental sustainability, and provide vital mental health wellbeing support to the Hunter region and beyond are just some of the projects to receive funding under Port of Newcastle’s 2024 Your Port, Our Community grants program.

Executive Manager Corporate Affairs, Lucas Coleman, said seven charities and not-for-profit organisations have been awarded a share of $100,000 across three categories for...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/05/08/port-of-newcastle-awards-100000-in-grants-to-deserving-community-organisations/

 Aging vessels push crew to the limit as Seafarers Happiness Index hits 10-year milestone

Q1 survey shows stabilisation of crew satisfaction, though problems persist such as maintenance backlogs on older ships which force difficult prioritisation decisions

LONDON, 08 May 2025 – The Mission to Seafarers’ latest edition of its quarterly Seafarers Happiness Index has revealed a steadying in seafarer satisfaction, marking a small rise as the survey enters its 10th year.

The Q1 report shows an overall rise in seafarer happiness to 6.98 out of 10, up from 6.91 in Q4 2024. Despite positives,...

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Billionaire exodus accelerates as UK tax changes push elites toward Monaco

Good Morning Monaco

Monday, May 5, 2025

Billionaire exodus accelerates as UK tax changes push elites toward Monaco A fresh wave of high-profile departures from the UK is underscoring the growing consequences of its government’s tax crackdown on non-domiciled residents…

Double dose of drama: Formula E lights up Monaco with thrilling twin E-Prix weekend The glitz of Monaco met the green of electric motorsport this weekend as Formula E staged a history-making double-header in the Principality for...

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Margate Joins GreenSeas Trust’s BinsForGreenSeas Campaign to Tackle Plastic Pollution Event on Thursday 8th May at 1pm

Margate, one of the UK’s most iconic seaside towns, is taking a stand against plastic pollution by installing a BinsForGreenSeas unit from the environmental charity GreenSeas Trust.

Positioned near the bustling seafront, the new bin will help reduce litter and encourage both residents and the town’s 3.9 million annual visitors to dispose of waste responsibly. The goal is simple but urgent – to protect Margate’s stunning coastline and marine life from the growing threat of plastic pollution.

To...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/29/margate-joins-greenseas-trusts-binsforgreenseas-campaign-to-tackle-plastic-pollution-event-on-thursday-8th-may-at-1pm/

Letters to Seafarers

Calling all educators, friends, and maritime professionals!

What is Day of the Seafarer?

International Day of the Seafarer, observed annually on June 25th, is a day recognized by the United Nations to celebrate the invaluable contribution of seafarers to global trade and the world economy. It’s a day to raise awareness about the vital role seafarers play in our everyday lives.

Why write letters to seafarers?

Seafarers spend months away from their families, often facing challenging conditions at...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/23/letters-to-seafarers/

Legendary watches set to ignite the bidding in Monaco spring auction

Good Morning Monaco

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Legendary watches set to ignite the bidding in Monaco spring auction

Monaco prepares for another horological spectacle as Monaco Legend Group hosts its latest Exclusive Timepieces Auction on April 26th and 27th, 2025, at Le Meridien Beach Plaza Hotel…

Monaco Finance Minister Pierre-André Chiappori completes official visit to Japan

Pierre-André Chiappori, Monaco’s Minister of Finance and Economy, has completed a six-day official visit to Japan…

Carlo app...

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Monaco responds to Myanmar earthquake with urgent aid contribution

Good Morning Monaco

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Monaco responds to Myanmar earthquake with urgent aid contribution The Prince’s Government and the Monaco Red Cross announced plans on April the 17th, to support relief efforts In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar last month…

National Council green lights new housing developments Monaco’s National Council has approved two strategic land decommissioning projects in a bid to bolster housing availability for Monegasque nationals…

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Liberation Convoy 2025

The Norwegian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) is proud to partner with Liberation Convoy 2025, an initiative that highlights the importance of collaboration, resilience, and shared values between the UK and Norway.

On 8 May 2025, the 80th anniversary of the end of Nazi occupation of Norway will be commemorated with a grand tribute featuring five historic Norwegian veteran vessels, alongside partners from both Norway and the United Kingdom....

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/15/liberation-convoy-2025/

It’s GIWA time!

Sofia Konstantopoulou

As the Founder of the Greek International Women Awards, it is with great excitement that I announce the opening of applications for this year’s edition. The journey of building a stronger, more inclusive shipping industry is a personal mission for me, and these awards stand as a testament to the incredible women whose contributions continue to shape the future of the industry. But more than just recognizing achievements, this year’s awards are about inspiring one another,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/07/its-giwa-time/