Seapost - May 2026

In this edition, we reflect on National Fishing Remembrance Day 2026, held on Sunday 10 May as a UK-wide day of reflection across coastal communities to honour those lost at sea and stand with the families they leave behind. Services were held across the country in remembrance of those who have died in the fishing industry, one of the most dangerous peacetime occupations, reinforcing the need to improve safety standards.

We also congratulate our #TeamSeafarersKGFS runners who took on the 2026 TCS London Marathon in support of seafarers in need and their families. If you have not yet had the chance to donate, there is still time to support their fundraising pages. Every contribution makes a real difference!

We also spotlight the International Fund for Fishing Safety (IFFS) partnership with Marks & Spencer in Indonesia, working directly with fishing communities to co-design practical training in safety, first aid and financial management to reduce risk and strengthen livelihoods.

We share our new FISH SAFE film, "Stay Afloat - Choosing the Right Lifejacket for Fishing", exploring how comfort, fit, buoyancy and durability influence lifejacket use on deck and its role as a critical last line of defence in preventing man overboard fatalities.

We are also proud to be an official charity partner for Posidonia 2026 in Athens, highlighting seafarer welfare across the global maritime industry, with our Business Development Director Temi Binitie taking part in the Posidonia Running Event in Piraeus alongside colleagues from Women in Maritime.

Nominations for the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service 2026 are open until 31 May, recognising individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the Merchant Navy and wider maritime community.

Finally, we feature two Sea Views podcast episodes: one exploring nuclear propulsion and the future of shipping, including reactor design, safety systems and regulatory challenges, and another focusing on seafarer experience in conflict zones in the Persian Gulf, highlighting stress, isolation and the importance of leadership and post-incident care.