Caring for seafarers around the world
Serving the people
who serve us
everyday The Mission to Seafarers
Annual Review 08/09
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Page 3 Message from the President
Page 5 Overview of the year
Page 7 Who we are What we do
Page 9 Where we work Why we care for seafarers
Page 10 Ready and waiting
Page 12 Our achievements in 2008/9
Page 14 Looking to the future
Page 16 Fundraising
Page 18 Our finances
Message from the President Seafarers have an incalculable impact on our
for seafarers of all faiths and nationalities.
daily lives. More than 90 per cent of our everyday
We know that many seafarers’ lives would be much
needs – food, fuel, clothes – are brought to us over
harder if they were not able to turn to the Mission.
thousands of miles of seas and oceans by the world’s
None of this work would be possible, though,
seafarers. But the brightness and bustle of our
without the continued backing of the Mission’s
supermarkets and shops is in stark contrast to the
own supporters in parishes, ports and the maritime
lonely lives of those who crew the world’s merchant
sector. Hundreds of thousands of seafarers, and their
ships. Far out at sea, away from home for months on
families, benefit every year from the Mission’s work.
end, seafarers live harsh, isolated lives.
If you are already a supporter I wish to thank you for
Seafarers spend their lives on an endless journey.
everything you have done for seafarers. If you are
Docking at distant port terminals, often far from
not already a supporter then I would invite you to
any town, they barely have the opportunity to set
read this report and learn more about the vital work
foot on land before heading out to sea again. It is a
that the Mission has been carrying out in British
curious paradox that those on whom we depend so
ports and around the world for more than 150 years.
much should be almost invisible to us.
The Mission would welcome any help you feel able
The Mission to Seafarers exists to serve these
to provide.
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 Mission to Seafarers is there as a friend and advocate
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HRH The Princess Royal President 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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face. Whatever the crisis, or everyday problem, The
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Around the world the Mission offers a
beacon of friendship to hard working seafarers
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longing for a place of security where they will be welcomed and made to feel special.
Overview of the year 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
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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 antipiracy 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
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.
Secretary General, the Revd Tom Heffer
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We endeavour to provide a tailored response which reflects modern day seafarers’ needs
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Who we are 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 spirituallybased 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.
What we do 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.
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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...
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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 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.
Why we care for seafarers 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 chaplain’s role 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.
In 2008 we welcomed 640,000 seafarers to our centres...
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Ready and waiting The 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.”
A vital ally 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 home away from home 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.
In times of need 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.”
...and we helped seafarers to send 622,000 emails and phone calls
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Our achievements
in 2008 -2009 Over the last year we continued to meet our core objective of caring for seafarers and their families around the world.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
...and we were involved in almost 500 justice and welfare cases helping more than 2,000 seafarers
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Looking to the
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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:
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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 .
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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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...we also provided transport for 680,000 seafarers
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Fundraising
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.
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Where your money goes In 2008 the Society’s fundraising income, including legacies, totalled £2,823,000. Over the past year the Society embarked on a major fundraising 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 WavesTriathlon 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.
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Our Finances Comparisons of relevant financial figures between Annual Accounts for 2004 to 2008
2008
2007
2006
2005
£000 £000 £000 £000 Statement of Financial Activities Incoming Resources Donations, Gifts, Charitable Activities 1,884 1,768 2,176 1,640 Legacies 1,390 971 1,042 1,647 Investment Income 789 769 875 852 Other Income 155 359 654 456 Total 4,218 3,867 4,747 4,595 Outgoing Resources Charitable Activities 3,807 3,450 3,661 3,226 Other 1,054 1,044 1,142 1,031 Total 4,861 4,494 4,803 4,257 Net (Outgoing )/incoming Resources before recognised gains and losses (643) (627) (56) 338 Net (losses)/gains on investments (4,945) 95 1,375 2,550 Net movement in funds (5,588) (532) 1,319 2,888 Balance Sheet Tangible Assets 5,760 4,971 4,906 4,510 Investments 16,464 23,192 23,816 22,494 Net Current Assets 1,665 1,314 1,287 1,686 Net Assets 23,889 29,477 30,009 28,690 Endowment 780 961 780 877 Restricted 616 650 681 716 Unrestricted 22,493 27,866 28,548 27,097 Total Reserves 23,889 29,477 30,009 28,690 Cash Flow Net cash flow from Operating activities (1,786) (1,519) (1,386) (914) Fixed Assets (830) 50 39 355 Investment Income 789 769 875 852 Investments 1,500 729 343 (451) Change in Liquid Resources (327) 29 (129) (158)
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1,679 1,611 464 120 3,874 3,133 666 3,799 75 995 1,070
4,757 19,493 1,552 25,802 951 935 23,916 25,802
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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)
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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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PATRON Her Majesty The Queen PRESIDENT Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal CHAIRMAN OF COUNCIL Mr Robert Woods CBE VICE CHAIRMAN OF COUNCIL Captain John Hughes FNI SECRETARY GENERAL The Revd Tom Heffer COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN Governance and Nominations Committee Mr Robert Woods CBE Remuneration Committee Captain John Hughes FNI Investment Committee Mr Malcolm Bell CA AAT Audit Committee Mr Peter McEwen
COUNCIL R 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 BISHOPS AUSTRALIA: 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 Osun NORTH 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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