[Lloyd's Register Foundation](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk)

February 6, 2026 (final submission deadline)

£2,000–£60,000 per project; grants typically up to 12 months

Supports collaborative projects that connect maritime stakeholders to address safety challenges and drive systemic improvements in the global maritime sector.

Rolling review of applications; open to organizations worldwide, with a focus on inclusion and underrepresented voices.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity aims to strengthen connectivity across the maritime system by supporting projects that address current or future safety challenges. The initiative is part of Lloyd’s Register Foundation’s 2024–2029 strategy and targets collaboration, inclusion, and knowledge exchange among diverse maritime stakeholders, especially from underrepresented groups and emerging economies. Projects should focus on closing safety gaps, fostering cooperation, and generating evidence-based solutions, with preference given to themes such as decarbonisation, digitalisation, climate impacts, and safety at sea. The program is in a pilot phase, seeking to catalyze lasting change and greater visibility in the maritime sector. --- ## Due Dates - February 6, 2026: Maritime Connected funding offer — application round closing date (final submission deadline) Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received, but all proposals must be submitted by the deadline above. --- ## Funding Amount - Grants range from **£2,000 to £60,000** per project. - Projects are typically up to 12 months in duration; multi-year projects may be considered case-by-case. - Smaller grant applications may receive faster decisions. --- ## Eligibility - Open to: - Registered charities - Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) - Academic institutions and research centers - Non-profit organizations - Social enterprises - Individuals (with strong justification for connection and impact) - No geographic restrictions; global applicants encouraged, with a focus on emerging economies (notably India, Indonesia, Philippines, Bangladesh, Brazil, Ghana, and Kenya). - Applications must connect maritime system stakeholders, include underrepresented voices, and align with the Foundation’s charitable mission. - Projects solely benefiting the individual applicant, or without collaborative/connection elements, are not eligible. - Out of scope: capital works, general hardware/IT equipment (unless specialist and essential), school/university fees, retrospective funding, lobbying, business/first-class travel. --- ## Application Process - Apply via the [Flexigrant online portal](https://lrfoundation.flexigrant.com/). - Registration and eligibility checker required before submitting a full application. - Applications must include objectives, outputs, outcomes, budget, and relevant details. - Partnerships and multi-stakeholder involvement are strongly encouraged. - Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; decisions vary by grant size. --- ## Additional Information - Preference for projects involving decarbonisation, digitalisation, climate impacts, and safety at sea. - Activities may include workshops, convenings, collaborative research, qualitative/ethnographic studies, travel for underrepresented voices, and joint advocacy. - Outputs should be action-oriented (e.g., reports, action plans) rather than solely academic papers. - Projects may receive support for dissemination and publicity from the Foundation. - Intellectual property typically remains with the Foundation to maximize social impact, but terms can be discussed at award stage. - A [webinar for applicants](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlLHHU1wRmA) was held on September 3, 2025; recording and FAQs are available online. --- ## External Links - [Maritime Connected Funding Offer Program Page](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/maritime-connected-funding-offer) - [Flexigrant Application Portal](https://lrfoundation.flexigrant.com/) - [FAQ Document (PDF)](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/sites/default/files/2025-12/mc-webinar-faq-list-new.pdf) - [Information Webinar Recording](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlLHHU1wRmA) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Contact | |------------------|---------------------|------------------------------------------| | Lydia Woolley | Programme Manager | [Lydia Woolley](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/people/lydia-woolley) | | Candace Bentil | Programme Manager | [Candace Bentil](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/people/candace-bentil) | | General Inquiries| – | [maritimeconnected@lrfoundation.org.uk](mailto:maritimeconnected@lrfoundation.org.uk) | | Foundation Phone | – | +44 20 7709 9166 | | Contact Page | – | [Contact Us](https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/contact-us) | ---

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