A Word From Our Chairman
May I, as the chairman of the Merchant Navy Association, welcome you to our website and invite you all to take the time to browse the various pages of this site. I hope this will give you an insight into what we do, what we stand for and where we are heading.
We are not a huge organisation, but we have managed to ‘punch above our weight; in getting the Merchant Navy recognised as the ‘Fourth Service’ in times of conflict and peace. As our history shows we have travelled a long way since 1989 but still have a long way to go.
We are always looking for new members to swell our ranks and welcome the creation and development of new branches where they don’t otherwise exist so members can come together for social harmony, support, and a good yarn. Membership is not reserved to just those who have served at sea or associated to the sea in a shore-based support role together with families and friends.
Associate membership is open to all who feels they can relate to the role the Merchant Navy plays in enhancing the Nations prosperity, and for maintaining the safety and security of our Island Nation and wish to show their continued support and appreciation of those working within the Merchant Navy.
I hope you will take something from what you see here today and support all our seafarers, our campaigns and our fundraising activities.
Ian Hodge M.MAR, MRIN, MNI
Chairman
