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Commentary from CSP Hunter OBE: Accelerate Efforts to Support Employees, Design, Manufacturing and Export During COVID-19
Carl Hunter OBE from Coltraco Ultrasonics had this to say in regards to COVID-19. “During the COVID-19 crisis, businesses that can, must continue to lead the way in driving British innovation. I highly support the UK Government in how they are dealing with the crisis and a very...
Maritime UK launches Diversity in Maritime programme
Maritime UK, the industry body for the maritime sector, is today launching its new Diversity in Maritime programme. The programme will see the establishment of networks across diversity challenge areas, including the existing Women in Maritime Network plus two inaugural new...
DIT webinar series to help support business and respond to the challenges and potential disruption caused by COVID-19
The Department for International Trade (DIT) has launched a COVID-19 webinar series to help UK SMEs. Webinars are hosted by International Trade Advisers and feature expert speakers from the Federation of Small Businesses and Freight Transport Association (FTA). 5 webinars include: Managing...
Bounce Back Loan Scheme open for applications
Following the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s announcement on 27 April, the Bounce Back Loan (BBL) Scheme opens for applications from today. Delivered by lenders accredited by the British Business Bank for this scheme, Bounce Back Loans target small and micro businesses in all sectors...
New £2 Million Fund from Seafarers UK to Help Seafarers Impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on merchant seafarers, fishers and their families, the London-based charity Seafarers UK has created a new Seafarers UK COVID-19 Emergency Fund of £2 million ($2.46 million), with grants being awarded immediately to delivery partners...
Furlough scheme is now live
Click on the link to the application instructions & online form Applications can be made now and will typically take 6 working days till payments are made from the date of application: Users will need the Government Gateway user ID and password you got when you registered for PAYE...
How are UK ports faring during the Covid-19 outbreak?
The British Ports Association looks at how ports are keeping the UK supplied in difficult circumstances The Chief Executive of the British Ports Association, Richard Ballantyne, writes here today about how the ports industry is performing and the things it needs from Government to continue...
Multi Country - Marine pollution study
Expressions of interest are wanted for an assessment of marine pollution, detailing sources of solid waste and marine litter. The objectives of the study is to: obtain a sector rapid assessment on solid waste collection, recycling, treatment and disposal deepen the knowledge on marine...
British Ports Association launches new coronavirus information hub and examines the employment implications for UK ports
The British Ports Association (BPA) has launched a new information resource for UK ports dealing with the coronavirus outbreak. The ports industry undertakes a vital role in the UK economy, facilitating trade, fuel, energy, fishing, recreation and tourism. All tiers of Government and...
Seafarers UK has released £100,000 of immediate funds to provide support to seafarers, and launched an Emergency Appeal to provide further cross-sector help
Seafarers on merchant vessels are currently suffering as a result of the restrictions imposed due to COVID-19. Ship operators are struggling with crew change rotas as many ports on maritime trade routes deny seafarers access to shore-based facilities, including welfare services. Seafarers...
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