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Liverpool John Moores University is a leading UK university with a strong reputation for industry collaboration, research, innovation and skills development across key sectors including maritime, logistics and engineering, through its Global Centre for Maritime Innovation (GCMI).Through the Global Centre for Maritime Innovation, LJMU brings together world-class teaching, applied research and strong industry partnerships to develop future maritime talent, drive innovation across the sector and support economic growth across the Liverpool City Region and beyond.
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Since 1967, ACL has been a specialised transatlantic carrier of containers, project and oversized cargo, heavy equipment and vehicles with the world’s largest combination RORO/Containerships.
The company is headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden with a Corporate Office in Westfield New Jersey and offices throughout Europe and North America. ACL offers a weekly transatlantic sailings and handles the Grimaldi Lines’ service between the U.S. & West Africa and the Grimaldi EuroMed Service between North America and the Mediterranean. The Company also offers service for non-containerizeable cargo to the Middle East, South Africa, Australia and the Far East. ACL is a Grimaldi Group company.
Located on the banks of the River Mersey, Balaena Birkenhead expands across 130 acres and includes four dry docks, a large modular construction hall and extensive covered workshops. The facility supports a workforce of 650, 1,500 subcontractors and 200 apprentices.
The business has played a strategic role in UK shipbuilding for the past 200 years, with recent projects including the RRS Sir David Attenborough, block builds for the Aircraft Carrier Alliance, Type 26 Frigates and the first new Mersey Ferry in 60 years.
Haskoning is an independent international consultancy that combines engineering, design and consultancy services with software and technology. Guided by its mission, Enhancing Society Together, the company is committed to creating a positive impact and contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
With more than 6,800 employees across offices in over 25 countries, Haskoning works collaboratively with clients to deliver innovative, future-proof solutions that address complex challenges and support sustainable development worldwide.
Liverpool Cruise Port stands as a world-class gateway to Northern Europe and the British Isles. The terminal can accommodate vessels up to 345 metres in length, welcoming ships from leading cruise lines. Plans for further enhancing capacity and flexibility for future itineraries are underway. Located just steps from the city centre, the terminal offers immediate access to Liverpool’s iconic waterfront, rich cultural attractions, and vibrant shopping and dining scene.
Maritime Transport is one of the UK’s leading integrated logistics providers, delivering end-to-end services through its national road, rail freight and terminal operations. Its services include container transport, domestic distribution, inland and off-dock storage, terminal operations and international freight management.
With more than 40 depot and terminal locations across the UK, including its Transport and Container Depot at the Port of Liverpool, Maritime Transport provides nationwide coverage through a fully integrated logistics network. The company is also investing in lower-emission logistics through electric HGVs, rail freight, HVO fuel and smarter route planning.
peel ports group
As the UK’s second largest port operator, Peel Ports Group safely handles more than 70 million tonnes of cargo each year from across the globe. By providing efficient routes, well-connected services, strategically located ports, and comprehensive storage and freight solutions, the company adds value at every stage of the supply chain.
Peel Ports Group plays a vital role in driving regional and national economic growth. Through enabling trade, creating import and export opportunities, and supporting hundreds of businesses, the company helps sustain thousands of jobs that rely on the safe, effective and efficient movement of goods throughout the UK.
The Royal Navy defends the United Kingdom by promoting our prosperity and projecting our influence at home and abroad, working with our allies every day. As a modern and responsible employer, the Royal Navy embraces the future and is a driving force for investment in our people though skills and digitisation. The Royal Navy’s ships, submarines, aircraft and people are deployed at sea and ready for anything – using the best technology and thinking innovatively so we remain ready to fight and win.
The SeaKing Group offers specialist electrical engineering services to the marine, industrial, commercial, defence and offshore sectors.
Recognised for their expertise in marine electrical engieering, the SeaKing Group undertakes all types of electrical projects from breakdowns to major refits on a range of vessels, globally.
Stena Line is one of the world’s largest ferry operators, with more than 35,000 sailings each year. Everything the company does is guided by its core values of care – caring for its customers, caring for resources, and caring for one another.
As a leading ferry operator, Stena Line’s vision is to connect Europe for a sustainable future. The company is committed to providing seamless ferry transportation for passengers and freight, underpinned by an unwavering focus on safety, reliability, and reducing its environmental footprint.
