Shaping the future

As a major employer and a driver of inward investment, we are committed to building a better, more prosperous future for us all. As well as increasing trade, this includes creating opportunities, shaping places and protecting the planet.

Shaping the future

Lasting contributions

Our key sites are largely based in coastal areas, and are recognised nationally as being some of the most economically and socially deprived in the UK.

From our operations in the Tees Valley and our Humber cluster, to Felixstowe and the Isle Wight, our aim is to support initiatives that are changing perceptions, tackling inequalities and encouraging aspiration – particularly among young people and those facing barriers to employment. We also support causes that safeguard the environment and the natural habitat.

Over the years we have built strong and valued relationships with a number of organisations and charities, providing everything from short-term volunteering opportunities to long-term strategic partnerships. We work with those who share our values and will ensure that any partnership or donation brings lasting benefit to the organisation and the people or landscape it serves.

Find out more about the causes and campaigns we support below.

Corporate Partners

Daisy Chain

This year’s Charity of Choice is Daisy Chain, an award-winning charity supporting autistic and neurodivergent children, young people and adults.
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Power of Women

We are proud to continue our partnership with Power of Women, a campaign aimed at lifting aspirations, raising ambitions and inspiring young women in the North East.
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Recovery Connections

Since 2022, we've partnered with Recovery Connections to provide wellbeing guidance for our employees nationwide.
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RSPB Saltholme

We are long term supporters of RSPB Saltholme, which thrives in the midst of industry near Seal Sands close to the River Tees, Teesport and the Port of Hartlepool.
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Proud Patrons

Teesside Charity

We’ve been proud patrons of The Teesside Charity in 2021, cementing a long-standing relationship between the two organisations.
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Tees Rivers Trust

Our Chief Executive Officer, Frans Calje, is a proud patron of the Tees Rivers Trust, as we collectively look to improve and conserve the River Tees.
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High Tide Foundation

We co-founded High Tide Foundation in 2012 with a view to dispelling the myths often associated with the maritime sector and encouraging children out of the classroom and into industry.
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Teesport Explorers

Launched in 2019, Teesport Explorers is our own initiative that aims to tackle skills gaps, challenge stereotypes and raise aspirations among primary school children.
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Colleague Initiatives

FIND IT. FUND IT.

FIND IT. FUND IT. is our internal initiative which aims to support worthy projects that are close to the hearts of our workforce and benefit organisations that might otherwise get overlooked.
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