We aim to bring together shipping professionals from all aspects of the industry to network, socialise and learn more about the industry we proudly form part of.
Our events offer members the opportunity to hear expert opinions on topical issues by industry respected leaders, from various fields in the maritime industry.
To promote and enhance London as a maritime centre.
To be the ‘voice’ of young shipping professionals in London by engaging with the broader shipping community.
To provide a forum where shipping professionals who work within the shipping industry in London can meet to build their social and professional networks.
To provide a competence and expertise-developing educational forum for young professionals who work within the shipping industry in London.
To function as a recognised and respected representative of the shipping industry in London and work towards its advancement.
Today the SPNL enjoys significant broad-based support from from companies and individuals alike. We are proud to have official backing from the UK Chamber of Shipping. Through regularly-organised events, young professionals from all aspects of the shipping industry are brought together to network, socialise and learn more about the industry we proudly form part of.
Our events offer members the opportunity to hear expert opinions on topical issues by industry respected leaders, from various fields in the maritime industry.
Being a member of SPNL not only provides you with a ticket to these informative presentations from industry leaders, but also a multitude of networking opportunities.
Through our regularly organised events, we aim to bring together young professionals from all aspects of the industry to network, socialise and learn more about the industry we proudly form part of.
SPN Hamburg
The Shipping Professional Network in Hamburg e.V. (SPNH) is a platform for young shipping professionals, which was founded in July 2014. We regularly host events in which professionals from all areas of the industry can get together to network, socialize and learn more about the shipping industry.
The Shipping Professional Network in London (SPNL) looking for enthusiastic, dedicated, and driven professionals to join the SPNL board, with exciting openings on our Events and Sponsorship teams.
The Shipping Professional Network London (SPNL) is pleased to announce they will be hosting their London International Shipping Week Gala on the evening of September 17th, at the Ironmongers’ Hall.
The Shipping Professional Network in London (SPNL) is delighted to announce that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Young Baltic Exchange Association (YBA) to work closely together on social events and educational initiatives as well as share invitations to various events.
The Shipping Professional Network in London (SPNL) is delighted to announce that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Young Baltic Exchange Association (YBA) to work closely together on social events and educational initiatives as well as share invitations to various events.
On Thursday 16 July 2026, the Shipping Professional Network London welcomed members, guests and maritime industry leaders to the headquarters of the International Maritime Organization for a special Leading Thoughts event with IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez.
On Thursday 18 June 2026, we held Event #137 – A Session with Anja Shortland: Inside the Extortion Business – Facilitating the Trickiest Trades in the World.
On Wednesday 20 May 2026, we held Event #136 – Project Tangaroa: Potentially Polluting Wrecks in partnership with Waves Group.
on Tuesday 21st April 2026, we held Event #135, Spring Networking Drinks 2026.