Maritime Legacy Award Win For Portsmouth Sail Training Trust
by Jacob Tyson 30 Oct 2024 06:26 PDT
Maritime Legacy Award Win For Portsmouth Sail Training Trust © Mark England
Ed and Carolyn Phillips from Portsmouth Sail Training Trust (PSTT) were named the winners of the Maritime Legacy Award at the 2024 Maritime UK Solent Awards.
The award, which is decided after interview panels, goes to an individual who has made a significant impact to the strength of the Solent Maritime Sector, leaving a legacy.
PSTT provides maritime training, qualifications and mentoring for young people who face social, economic or educational challenges that limit their opportunities. The programme offers broad and varied support for young people in all aspects of personal and academic development, both on and off the water.
Ed and Carolyn's passion for empowering young people through maritime education has made a profound difference in the Portsmouth community. Their commitment to providing life-changing opportunities and nurturing a love for the maritime world truly reflects the spirit of this award.
Reflecting on receiving the award, PSTT Founding Trustee Ed Phillips said: "The appreciation of all the efforts of a great team who make such a significant impact in bringing young talent into the maritime industry is a special and great honour.
"Recognising and developing the talents of socially deprived young people is key to all our futures. Enabling young talent to embark on successful careers in the maritime industry powers us all to a better future."
The award was presented by Solent Stevendores at the awards ceremony held on October 17th at the Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl.
Anne-Marie Mountifield, Maritime UK Solent Chair, said: "This year has been exceptionally successful, with the competition stronger than ever, and a clear reflection of how these awards continue to grow year on year-and will undoubtedly keep growing as our industry flourishes.
"It has been a privilege for Maritime UK Solent to provide this platform for such prestigious maritime organisations, acknowledging the remarkable achievements and incredible talent within the Solent. Each year, I am inspired by the level of innovation, leadership, and commitment showcased by our winners."
Securing income to fund the core PSTT programme remains a key challenge, particularly in the current climate. We hope this award helps create more opportunities to support the young people of Portsmouth and we encourage organisations who may be interested in helping us on our journey to get in touch.