It was reported on 5 September that The Nautical Institute had signed an updated administrative agreement in support of the Chartered Master Mariner (CMMar) programme – a new professional maritime standard. This agreement, signed by the Master of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners, Captain Rob Booth (pictured, right), and the Chief Executive of The Nautical Institute, Captain John Lloyd (left), has been refined to establish clarity of requirement for UK and international applicants and to ensure administrative support and record keeping continue to be delivered by The Nautical Institute.

The CMMar award serves to recognise mariners who have benefited the maritime industry, enhanced their professional capabilities and demonstrated a willingness to help others.