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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 1h

Now entering its second year, the Lloyd's Register Foundation Centre for the Safety of Future Ship at Seoul National University celebrates a year in progress, as it strides to advance #maritime safety through innovation and global collaboration.

Find out more: https://loom.ly/Q3DDNyE

A year of progress: Seoul’s Future Ship Safety Centre delivers global impact

Celebrating a year of progress for the Lloyd’s Register Foundation Centre for the Safety of Future Ship at Seoul National University.

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 2d

“In Tuvalu, safe shipping isn’t optional, it’s a lifeline.” Simon Kofe graduated from the IMO International Maritime Law Institute in 2014, where with Foundation funding, he studied how maritime law can protect seafarers and the communities they serve.

This is his story: youtu.be/2JhvG8XiNvk

Voices from the International Maritime Law Institute - Tuvalu

YouTube video by Lloyd's Register Foundation

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Lloyd's Register Foundation Heritage Centre @lrfheritage.bsky.social · 15d

The Library 📚
Some behind the scenes pictures of our return to Fenchurch Street 👏 Over 5000 books, pamphlets and journals were returned to our library- just 10% of our total collection of books and journals on maritime history, engineering and safety!

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 6d

A new survey #report, released by HELMEPA-led METAVASEA, highlights advancing #decarbonisation in Eastern Mediterranean shipping. It highlights growing awareness from shipping companies, particularly in relation to skills, safety, infrastructure, and alternative fuels. 🔗 https://loom.ly/T1H_6PQ

Survey highlights uneven but advancing decarbonization in Eastern Mediterranean shipping

The region’s shipping community is increasingly aware of the need to cut emissions and is taking steps towards decarbonization. While progress is uneven, responses from shipping companies, ports, suppliers, and civil society point to both growing awareness and readiness to act, particularly in relation to skills, safety, infrastructure, and alternative fuels. These are the findings...

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 7d

Learn more about our new Heritage funding opportunity. Join us on October 9th in the morning or afternoon to find out more about the eligibility criteria and application process.

Morning session, 10:00 - 11:00 (BST): loom.ly/aR1PLTo
Afternoon session, 14:00-15:00 (BST): loom.ly/2oFOyH4

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 8d

With funding from Lloyd’s Register Foundation, the University of Wolverhampton, in collaboration with Moi University and THOST Project Management, is researching ‘The new risks in the digital transition of #maritime ports’ energy infrastructures’. Find out more: https://loom.ly/mG_N75U

Understanding New Risks in Digitalised Port Energy Infrastructure

With funding from Lloyd’s Register Foundation, the University of Wolverhampton in collaboration with Moi University and THOST Project Management, are researching ‘The new risks in the digital transition of maritime port’s energy infrastructures’.

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Lloyd's Register Foundation Heritage Centre @lrfheritage.bsky.social · 9d

📣Reminder: Heritage Open Call 📣 fund ambitious, high-impact projects that support our heritage key themes and the Foundation’s strategy

Deadline for Expressions of Interest: 24 November 2025

More information on how to apply 🔗 https://hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/get-involved/heritage-grant-open-call

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 8d

Ashley Toywa graduated from the IMO International Maritime Law Institute in 2023. Through his studies, funded by the Foundation, Ashley has gained a broad legal foundation, from international law and contacts, maritime security and environmental protection. This is his story: youtu.be/iWxYkPWWvNQ

Voices from the International Maritime Law Institute - Kenya

YouTube video by Lloyd's Register Foundation

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 9d

We are working with The Ocean Foundation to learn more about the threats to our ocean #heritage.

‘Threats to Our Ocean Heritage: Deep Sea Mining’ is the third publication in a trilogy of books on these issues, funded by Lloyd’s Register Foundation and published by Springer: https://loom.ly/npdeKY4

New Release: Threats to Our Ocean Heritage - Deep Sea Mining - The Ocean Foundation

First peer-reviewed book exploring deep seabed mining's impact on underwater cultural heritage. Features Indigenous voices and practical heritage tools.

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 14d

Across the world, postgraduates from the IMO International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI) are building local legal expertise and keeping our seas safe. 🌊

Launched on #WorldMaritimeDay, in a new, 8-part video series, we hear their stories.

🔗 https://loom.ly/JUbJpCU

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 15d

Learn more about our small grants scheme! On October 14th, we are hosting an informational #webinar, where we will provide an overview of our latest small grants funding opportunity, eligibility criteria, and application process, followed by a short Q&A session. Register now: https://loom.ly/_8kb79s

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 15d

In this blog, Leonor Sierra, Project Lead for the Risk know-how initiative, shares how their new training and workshops are helping to support #risk communication, information, and resources across the world. Find out more: https://loom.ly/04DhHnA

Risk communicators need training that resonates with their real-world experience

In this blog, Leonor Sierra, Project Lead for the Risk know-how initiative, shares how their new training and workshops are helping to support risk communication, information, and resources across the world.

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 16d

Launched today, our new Foresight review of Nature-Positive Engineering sets out the blueprint for the safely scaled application of nature-positive engineering (NPE) in ports, offshore renewable energy and in coastal protection and adaptation.

Read the full report 👉 https://loom.ly/ii9lVF4

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 19d

Yesterday, at #LISW25, Lloyd's Register Foundation and Royal Museums Greenwich hosted a panel discussion focused on culture and careers in #maritime. A big thank you to our speakers, who explored the role heritage can play in supporting a more diverse & sustainable talent pipeline for the industry.

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 20d

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal officially reopened our Grade II* listed headquarters in London earlier this week, following an extensive refurbishment. Read more about her visit: loom.ly/V3M3B3I

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 20d

Yesterday, maritime leaders gathered at the Lloyd's Register Building in London to celebrate Lloyd's Register Foundation’s new Maritime Connected initiative.

This seeks to connect parts of the #maritime system in relation to current or future #safety challenges.

Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 21d

It’s day three of #LISW25! Today, our Director of Evidence & Insight, Tim Slingsby, will be joining the Maritime Human Capital Management Forum, which brings together global leaders to explore how the industry can better attract, train, support, and retain the workforce it needs today and tomorrow.

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 22d

Yesterday, at #LISW25, EDF and the Lloyd's Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub published a new report ‘Navigating the Net-Zero Transition’ – exploring innovative financing concepts to unlock capital for clean fuels, infrastructure and retrofits.

Find out more: https://loom.ly/Ra8o_Tk

Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 23d

New heritage #funding opportunity 👇

We are offering grants to initiatives that strengthen #maritime heritage research, equity, safety, and public access, while advancing our global reputation as a centre of excellence in #heritage management and learning from the past.

🔗 https://loom.ly/_AfJNZk

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 23d

Final chance to register! 👇

Join Lloyd's Register Foundation and Royal Museums Greenwich this Thursday, at London International Shipping Week 2025, for our panel discussion on culture and careers in #maritime.

Register now: https://loom.ly/1IqG0eE

Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 23d

It's the start of #LISW25! Colleagues from across Lloyd's Register Foundation are getting ready for an action-packed programme of events at London International Shipping Week, dedicated to safely driving the #maritime industry forward.

Stay up to date with our events: https://loom.ly/UnWCWno

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 28d

With funding from Lloyd's Register Foundation, Moi University has launched a groundbreaking new project to advance skills training for safer engineering - ‘Partnership for Learning and Skills to Advance Safer Engineering in East Africa' (PLEASE). Find out more: https://loom.ly/O6csIzo

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 28d

This year, researchers from King’s College London and Cardiff University completed data generation in Nakuru, Kenya, for the Foundation-funded project ‘Improving household preparedness in multi-hazard contexts'. Find out more: https://loom.ly/2yHKFLc

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 29d

Salaseini Lesianawai, Kefalotse Tsalaile Mmese, Sifiso Kaula and Adriano Tchuda have joined the International Maritime Law Institute this academic year. Learn more about their goals ahead of a career-changing opportunity to further their education in maritime law. 👉 https://loom.ly/18gWoa4

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Lloyd's Register Foundation @lr-foundation.bsky.social · 29d

Join Lloyd's Register Foundation and Royal Museums Greenwich at #LIWS2025 for our panel discussion on culture and careers in #maritime, and the role #heritage can play in supporting a more diverse and sustainable talent pipeline for the industry. Contact us to attend: https://loom.ly/1IqG0eE

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