Stella Maris is the largest ship-visiting charity in the world. It is a global network of over 1,000 chaplains and volunteers in 326 ports spread across 60 countries. Each year this remarkable team conducts around 70,000 ship visits to provide welfare services, advice, friendship, practical and pastoral care to all seafarers, regardless of nationality, belief or race. Stella Maris provides a friendly face in a foreign land, someone the seafarer can trust, speak to and confide in.
Bringing Scotland's Maritime Community Together
In association with London International Shipping Week
What is Anchor Point Scotland?
Anchor Point Scotland is a new maritime networking initiative created in association with London International Shipping Week, providing a dedicated platform for Scotland’s maritime community to connect, collaborate and celebrate the strength and diversity of the sector.
Through a programme of premium networking events in relaxed and welcoming settings, Anchor Point Scotland creates opportunities for meaningful conversations, relationship building and knowledge sharing across the industry.
With a proud maritime heritage and a global outlook, Scotland’s marine economy contributes £5.6 billion annually and supports almost 76,000 jobs across shipping, ports, offshore energy, shipbuilding, marine innovation and the wider marine economy.
Anchor Point Scotland is designed to bring Scotland’s maritime voice to the international stage, creating opportunities for engagement, collaboration and connection while strengthening links with the global maritime community through London International Shipping Week.
Why Anchor Point Scotland?
Scotland has a proud maritime history and is home to a vibrant and innovative maritime community. Anchor Point Scotland was created to complement the excellent work already being delivered across the sector by providing an additional platform for people to come together in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.
By creating spaces for conversation and connection, Anchor Point Scotland aims to encourage new relationships, share ideas and support the continued growth of Scotland’s maritime community.
Our Aim
Our aim is to create a welcoming hub for Scotland’s maritime professionals, supporting collaboration, innovation and relationships through a programme of high-quality networking events.
Anchor Point Scotland will provide opportunities to:
- Connect businesses, organisations and individuals across the sector
- Encourage knowledge exchange and collaboration
- Celebrate Scotland’s maritime expertise and achievements
- Support conversations around future opportunities, innovation and sustainability
- Build stronger links between Scotland and the wider global maritime community
Upcoming Events
Anchor Point Scotland Golf Day
Cameron House, Loch Lomond
23 July 2026
Where business meets breath taking scenery. The 2026 Golf Day will take place on the stunning & iconic ‘bonnie bonnie banks’ of Loch Lomond at the prestigious Cameron House Carrick Golf Course. Guests will enjoy first class golf, outstanding hospitality & will proudly support Stella Maris, with fundraising activities taking place throughout the day in aid of the charity and its invaluable work supporting seafarers and their families worldwide.
Autumn Drinks Networking Reception
The Glasgow Art Club
Thursday 8 October 2026
Hosted in the beautiful historic GAC in the heart of Glasgow this event has been designed to surprise and delight. Guests will enjoy an evening of informal networking, creative entertainment and great company whilst bringing together maritime professionals from across Scotland and beyond reconnect, share ideas and strengthen industry relationships.
Our Supporting Sponsors
Anchor Point Scotland is incredibly grateful to our founding partners and sponsors, Brookes Bell and HF, for their support.
Brookes Bell
Brookes Bell
Founded in 1903, Brookes Bell is the leading international, multi-disciplinary engineering and scientific consultancy serving the marine and energy sectors.With over a century of experience under our belt, Brookes Bell has crafted a truly unique offering for the maritime and energy industries.
HF
HF
HF is a leading UK and Ireland law firm specialising in insurance and commercial legal services. With a forward-thinking, client-focused approach, HF combines legal expertise with innovative technology to deliver practical, tailored solutions for businesses, insurers, and organisations across a wide range of sectors. Founded in 1969, the firm is known for its collaborative ethos, industry knowledge, and commitment to helping clients achieve sustainable growth and successful outcomes.
Our Charity Partner
For our upcoming Anchor Point Scotland events, we are proud to support Stella Maris as our nominated charity. Stella Maris provides practical, emotional and pastoral support to seafarers and fishers around the world. Through fundraising and awareness at our events, we hope to recognise the vital contribution seafarers make to global trade while supporting the wellbeing of those who work at sea.
Get Involved
We welcome organisations interested in supporting, partnering with or attending future Anchor Point Scotland events.
Contact:
Paula Gibbons
[email protected]