The Chamber of Shipping of the UK. Represents British Shipping Companies. Contains further useful information on careers at sea.  Supports the Conway MN Trust. The Merchant Navy Training Board. In co-operation with the industry sets and maintains training standards. The Marine Society. The world’s oldest seafarer’s charity: a range of services dedicated to enhancing the well being of professional seafarers from all the sea services - whether they be serving, former or prospective seafarers. The Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology. The IMarEST is the international professional membership body and learned society for marine professionals, with over 14,000 members worldwide involved in all aspects of Marine engineering, science and technology. Qualifications for membership are based on educational background and/or multi-disciplinary experience ensuring that high professional standards are maintained. The Nautical Institute. The professional institute for Merchant Navy (and Royal Navy) Navigating (Deck) Officers.  Also contains links to other maritime web sites at home and abroad. South Tyneside College. One of the colleges used by Conway for the training of its cadets. Find out what is in store for you. Glasgow Nautical College. One of the major maritime colleges in the UK also used by Conway. The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) The London based branch of the UN which is responsible for all international matters relating to safety at sea, including the qualifications of seafarers. HMS Conway Web Site An interesting site covering the history of the HMS Conway Cadet School. Acts as a focal point on the internet for the many ‘old Conway’s around the world. Warsash Maritime Centre Formerly the School of Navigation Warsash is now part of the Solent University and offers a full range of Maritime Courses inclding Degree courses. Plymouth University Plymouth has been associated with Maritime training and education for many years and now offers the new Foundation Degree.