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The Nautical Institute

The Nautical Institute is an independent, international body promoting the standing of the maritime profession afloat and ashore. The objects of the Institute are to promote and co-ordinate in the public interest the development of nautical studies so as to:Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those involved in the control of sea-going craft.

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Activities & Mission

The Nautical Institute is an independent, international body promoting the standing of the maritime profession afloat and ashore. The objects of the Institute are to promote and co-ordinate in the public interest the development of nautical studies so as to:Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those involved in the control of sea-going craft.

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.

Show all 45 areas of operation

Financial Information

Latest Income
£5,836,027
Latest Expenditure
£5,371,808

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 80.4%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 87.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 15.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £403,428
Charitable Activities £4,627,016
Other Trading £669,047
Investments £136,536
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £4,694,344
Raising Funds £677,464
Governance £129,440
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£5,836,027
£5,371,808£4,694,344£5,865,050£4,314,77541 / 140
2023
£5,353,193
£4,277,142£3,691,360£5,226,616£4,048,07737 / 130
2022
£4,106,016
£3,488,744£3,048,801£4,020,754£2,868,05934 / 130
2021
£3,705,760
£3,005,426£2,584,885£3,656,246£2,574,58834 / 130
2020
£3,112,522
£2,802,364£2,391,808£2,753,865£1,339,38434 / 130

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Nautical Institute

What does The Nautical Institute do?

The Nautical Institute is an independent, international body promoting the standing of the maritime profession afloat and ashore. The objects of the Institute are to promote and co-ordinate in the public interest the development of nautical studies so as to:Encourage and promote a high standard of qualification, competence and knowledge among those involved in the control of sea-going craft.

How much income did The Nautical Institute report in 2024?

The Nautical Institute reported total income of £5.84m and reported expenditure of £5.37m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Nautical Institute registered as a charity?

The Nautical Institute was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 April 1991 as charity number 1002462. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs The Nautical Institute?

The Nautical Institute is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Nautical Institute operate?

The Nautical Institute operates across 45 areas, including Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium and 42 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Nautical Institute a registered charity?

Yes — The Nautical Institute is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1002462.

Details

Address
THE NAUTICAL INSTITUTE
200B LAMBETH ROAD
London
GREATER LONDON
SE1 7JY
Registration Date
8 April 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1002462
Charity Number
1002462

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Trustees

Captain DARIUSZ JACEK GOZDZIK
Captain David Snider
CAPTAIN DUNCAN TELFER FNI
Captain Graham Cowling FNI
Captain Ivor Goveas
Captain Nicholas Nash
Captain Yves Vandenborn
Deirdre Lane
Philip Henry Gordon Naylor
Professor Colin David Dewey
Robert David Hildebrand
Stuart Duncan Edmonston

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14 May 2026
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