Reshma Nilofer Visalakshi has built her career at the very edge of possibility. As India’s first and only woman marine pilot, and one of the few female river pilots anywhere in the world, she has carved out a path defined by grit, precision, and an unwavering refusal to be limited by expectation. 🌊

Reshma Nilofer Visalakshi India’s first female maritime pilot 🌊 Reshma Nilofer Visalakshi took an unexpected route into shipping—and went on to break barriers at sea. Read her story 👉 heritage.lrfoundation.org.uk/stories/resh...

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Malini Shankar reflects on a career shaped by curiosity, courage, and the decision to choose experience over convention. In A Letter to My Younger Self, Malini reflects on her childhood, career journey, and the advice she would give the next generation.📹 www.youtube.com/watch?v=rcD6...

Malini Shankar From a chance encounter early in her career to becoming Director General of Shipping, Malini Shankar’s journey is one of ambition, curiosity and courage. 🌊

If you are interested in #maritime #history and in women's roles in the many aspects of the maritime world both ashore and afloat past, present and future, this hybrid event from @lrfheritage.bsky.social may be of interest: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-celebrat... I shall be promoting my new book.

🌊Exhibition: History of the Port of London, Race, Religion and Empire 🌊 Uncover the untold stories of London's port through a captivating exhibition that dives into the intertwined history of race and empire Take a visit 📍Lloyd's Register Building, 71 Fenchurch Street, London. EC3M 4BS.

Nafeesa Moloobhoy Nafeesa never planned a life in maritime — yet went on to lead and transform a family marine enterprise. Discover Nafeesa Moloobhoy’s remarkable journey. 🚢🌊

For the relaunch of the exhibition 'Mariners: Race, Religion and Empire in British Ports 1801-1914' we've created a Library display at the Lloyd's Register Foundation Heritage Centre. The exhibition opens tonight at the Lloyd's Register Building, 71 Fenchurch Street 🗓️5.30-7pm

🌊Introducing ‘The Wave 100’🌊 We’re building a living installation in Boathouse 4 to celebrate 100 years of life in the Dockyard — and we need your help!

Join us for Women in Maritime Day 2026 ⚓ On May 19th, we are celebrating women's progress in #maritime life: past, present and future. Register your attendance 👉https://heritage.lrfoundation.org.uk/events/a-celebration-of-womens-progress-in-maritime-life

Vinita Venkatesh From ship agency to port operations, Vinita Venkatesh has built a career across every corner of shipping, driven by resilience, curiosity and a deep love for the industry.🚢 Over the next 4 weeks, we will be releasing new portraits as part of SHE_SEES for Women in Maritime Day.

April 2026 marks the 170th anniversary of Lloyd’s Register’s Netherlands office. Our presence in the Netherlands began in 1836, when a permanent LR surveyor was first requested in the Netherlands.

Context is everything. That’s why the new site includes research guides designed for every kind of researcher - Each guide is built to be easy to scan and includes: 🧑‍💻Where to start 🧑‍💻Key relevant collections 🧑‍💻Links to digitised material 🧑‍💻Practical tips for your next steps

Sonali Banerjee Sonali Banerjee shattered barriers as India’s first female marine engineer, before becoming the first woman to be certified as Chief Engineer, and shaping the future of safety and sustainability at sea. Her story is one of skill, resilience and leadership.

💫REMINDER: History of the Port of London, Race, Religion and Empire: Exhibition Launch 💫 📍 Lloyd's Register Building, 71 Fenchurch Street, London. EC3M 4BS. 🗓️ Friday, May 1st. 5:30pm - 7pm.

A Letter to Her Younger Self Sonali Banerjee broke new ground as India’s first female marine engineer, rising to Chief Engineer before forging a second career as a leading maritime surveyor.

Sonali Banerjee Sonali Banerjee shattered maritime barriers as India’s first female marine engineer—rising to Chief Engineer and shaping the future of safety and sustainability at sea. Her story is one of skill, resilience and leadership.

Searching the collection got a major upgrade💫The new Collections page brings together full search functionality across 1.3 million+ records—with clearer routes into digitised collections. Try it today: start exploring theme → collection → item in just a few clicks. 👉 heritage.lrfoundation.org.uk

Our new Heritage Centre website is live. After a year of behind-the-scenes work, it’s now easier to explore our collection and stories—and to get to the material that matters, quickly.

April 2026 marks the 140th anniversary of Lloyd’s Register’s Finland office. The first Principal Surveyor, R. Kolster, was appointed at Helsinki in 1886. Here is a selection of images from our Finland office from the last 50 years.

🌊Introducing ‘The Wave 100’🌊 We’re building a living installation in Boathouse 4 to celebrate 100 years of life in the Dockyard — and we need your help!

🌊 A celebration of women’s progress in maritime life 🌊 Join this online event exploring the past, present and future of women in maritime. 📅 19 May 2026 ⏰ 11:20–15:30 GMT 💻 Online Register your place 👉 www.lrfoundation.org.uk/events/a-cel...

💫History of the Port of London, Race, Religion and Empire: Exhibition Launch 💫 📍 Lloyd's Register Building, 71 Fenchurch Street, London. EC3M 4BS. 🗓️ Friday, May 1st. 5:30pm - 7pm. Get your tickets: ticketpass.org/event/EBVOMP...

ONE WEEK REMAINING: Small Grant Scheme📣 Offering #grants up to £10,000 GBP for organisations that want to increase public access and engagement with maritime history and/or their collections. Apply🔗👉 hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/get-involved...

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From iconic tricornes to practical workwear, WRNS headwear tells a powerful story of service and strength. On the final day of #WomenHistoryMonth, explore the history behind the hats, written by Dr Jo Horton . ⚓️✨ hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/whats-on/sto...

Metal‑hulled sailing vessels are being rediscovered as the Maritime Archaeology Trust researchers uncover their construction, global careers, and rapidly deteriorating remains. ⚓ Read more about the project 🔗 maritimearchaeologytrust.org/projects-res...

REMINDER Small Grant Scheme is OPEN📣 3 weeks remaining! Offering #grants up to £10,000 GBP for organisations that want to increase public access and engagement with maritime history and/or their collections. Find out more 🔗 hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/get-involved...

The Heritage Centre has several boxes of records relating to the design and construction of the Lloyd's Register Building at 71 Fenchurch Street. 🏢

Register now for New Researchers in Maritime History 2026 Annual British Commission for Maritime History event supporting emerging scholars to share their work in a supportive environment. 🗓️17 & 18 April 2026 📍University of Southampton, Avenue Campus Book 🔗 www.eventbrite.com/e/new-resear...

Thanks to Lloyds Register Foundation for a top stakeholder day! We learned all about the exciting developments their team have been working on, including the role AI is playing in drawing data out of their shipping archives. Looking forward to using more records in our map @lrfheritage.bsky.social

Yesterday, the Heritage Centre hosted a Stakeholder Day at our Headquarters at Fenchurch Street 🌟 It was a ‘heritage takeover day', providing tours of the building, research workshops and showcasing the Lloyd's Register collection in the library.

From storm‑lashed coastlines to daring sea rescues, a handful of lighthouse women became true maritime legends: Grace Darling and Ida Lewis. Their bravery lit the way — not just for ships, but for history itself. 🌊 Read more about the bravery of these women👉 hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/whats-on/sto...

Here is a piece I did for @lrfheritage.bsky.social hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/whats-on/wor...

To celebrate #InternationalWomensDay we've created a Library display to highlight the incredible lives and experiences of women in maritime. ✨

Captain Barbara Campbell is a trailblazing figure in modern maritime history. Beginning her career in 1975 as one of P&O’s first female cadets, she went on to build an exceptional career across cargo vessels, cruise ships and North Sea ferries. #IWD2026

Latest Mariner's Mirror Podcast animation 📹Extraordinary Engineering: MacSweeney’s Articulated ‘Freak Ship’ Watch historic illustrations of this strange ‘articulated’ ship come to life. What makes it this vessel one of the most fascinating ship designs in history? 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg6t...

It is an irrefutable fact that many lighthouse workers recorded in history were male. Yet the sisters, wives and daughters of keepers did so much more than merely assist in emergencies. 🌟 Learn more about female Lighthouse Keepers of the UK and US 👉 hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/whats-on/sto...

Icebreakers: Cracking Through the Cold📣 Unlike an ice-strengthened ship, these are designed explicitly with cutting ice in mind. These sturdy vessels operate in polar waters and other waterways that are frozen over during winter. 🧊🚢 hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/whats-on/sto...

REMINDER Small Grant Scheme is OPEN📣 Offering #grants up to £10,000 GBP for organisations that want to increase public access and engagement with maritime history and/or their collections. How to apply 🔗👉 hec.lrfoundation.org.uk/get-involved...

Yesterday marked the beginning of the new #Lunar Year ✨ 2026 is the year of the Horse 🐎We only have 5 vessels in our collection with the name 'Horse'. Here is a Report of Survey for Repairs for Race Horse, 19th April 1858

The IMarEST announces its next two presidents📣 Professor Deborah Greaves of the Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford, will take office in April, followed by Claudene Sharp-Patel, Global Technical Director at @lloydsregister.bsky.social. Full article👉ow.ly/5EEG50YehTj

February 2026 marks the 150th anniversary of Lloyd’s Register’s Hong Kong office. Discussions to appoint a surveyor in Hong Kong first began amongst the General Committee in 1875. Captain Robert H. Cairns was appointed a surveyor on 17th February 1876.

A #Valentines card drawn by LR Surveyor, Harry Cornish to celebrate the day of love 💌

Maritime History and Culture Seminars 2026📣 📍Online 🗓️February-May 2026 Free talks that cover a range of fascinating subjects, from maritime art and naval strategy to Black History and museum exhibitions. Find out more 👉 www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/mar...

Today, Lloyd's Register Foundation has released a new #documentary film, ‘All that separates us is distance,’ which highlights why commitment to #fishing safety matters. Watch the full film now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_Qo...

With new funding from Lloyd’s Register Foundation, researchers from the UNEP International Environmental Technology Centre are using #WorldRiskPoll data to better understand the relationship between local waste management services and communities’ disposal habits. Read more: https://loom.ly/Ot5UwpI

Op-ed: Why cutting-edge technologies require considered adoption ✒️ Lloyd's Register Foundation programme manager Muntasir Hashim (@lrfheritage.bsky.social) Read on: