About IMPA Foundation
The IMPA Foundation is a global charitable initiative focused on investing in the maritime industry’s most valuable asset: its people.
It represents a long-term commitment to developing maritime talent. With a strong emphasis on social responsibility, the initiative aims to build a resilient, future-ready workforce that upholds the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.
By funding education and opening access to opportunity, it will help attract a new generation of diverse and talented professionals to the sector.
Headquartered in London, the organisation will operate globally, breaking down barriers and creating clear pathways for young people pursuing maritime careers.
Alongside financial support, it will also offer mentoring and practical guidance, equipping future professionals with the skills needed to thrive in an evolving industry.
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Our Vission
Our Mission
Our vision is to build a resilient maritime workforce, recognising the crucial role of human expertise in safeguarding global trade and supporting a sustainable maritime future.
Serving the public benefit through education, we aim to provide opportunities for the next generation and develop a skilled international maritime workforce that upholds the highest standards of excellence, while fostering a safer, more secure, inclusive, and ultimately sustainable future for this essential industry.
Our mission is to create a global maritime community where talented individuals from diverse backgrounds have equal opportunities to pursue careers in the maritime and shipping sectors.
We are committed to providing financial and practical support through scholarships, grants, and mentorship for those pursuing careers at sea and ashore, attracting a diverse range of talent with a particular focus on underrepresented groups.