Royal Institution Of Naval Architects
Also known as: R I N a
The Charity is a professional body and its aims are the improvement of ships and all that specially appertains to them and the arrangement of periodical meetings for the purpose of discussing practical and scientific subjects bearing upon the design and construction of ships and their means of propulsion and all that relates thereto.
Activities & Mission
The Charity is a professional body and its aims are the improvement of ships and all that specially appertains to them and the arrangement of periodical meetings for the purpose of discussing practical and scientific subjects bearing upon the design and construction of ships and their means of propulsion and all that relates thereto.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 95% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 61% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,084,914 | £2,895,378 | £2,895,378 | £8,070,634 | £5,935,116 | 24 / 400 |
| 2023 | £1,952,868 | £2,652,696 | £2,652,696 | £8,524,849 | £6,579,745 | 22 / 400 |
| 2022 | £1,946,230 | £2,126,786 | £2,126,786 | £9,174,197 | £7,265,195 | 19 / 200 |
| 2021 | £1,723,210 | £2,122,942 | £2,122,942 | £9,529,636 | £7,624,470 | 21 / 200 |
| 2020 | £1,857,385 | £1,931,349 | £1,931,349 | £9,048,548 | £7,576,757 | 21 / 200 |
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Frequently asked questions about Royal Institution Of Naval Architects
What does Royal Institution Of Naval Architects do?
The Charity is a professional body and its aims are the improvement of ships and all that specially appertains to them and the arrangement of periodical meetings for the purpose of discussing practical and scientific subjects bearing upon the design and construction of ships and their means of propulsion and all that relates thereto.
How much income did Royal Institution Of Naval Architects report in 2024?
Royal Institution Of Naval Architects reported total income of £2.08m and reported expenditure of £2.90m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Institution Of Naval Architects?
Royal Institution Of Naval Architects has a program ratio of 138.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 95% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Institution Of Naval Architects registered as a charity?
Royal Institution Of Naval Architects was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 1964 as charity number 211161. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs Royal Institution Of Naval Architects?
Royal Institution Of Naval Architects is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Professor Catriona Louise Savage. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Institution Of Naval Architects operate?
Royal Institution Of Naval Architects operates across 7 areas, including Australia, Indonesia, Italy and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Royal Institution Of Naval Architects a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Institution Of Naval Architects is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 211161.
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