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  1. Elder Dempster Lines

    Elder Dempster Lines was one of the UK’s largest shipping companies. As part of the Homeward Bound project, we’ve spoken to a number of Elder Dempster’s former employees and passengers, recording their ‘real’ stories and experiences. You can listen to their Elder Dempster stories here.

  2. Connect with LiRICS

    Connect with The Liverpool Research Institute for Climate and Sustainability (LiRICS)

  3. Richard Stilgoe OBE

    Read the oration for Richard Stilgoe OBE on the award of their Honorary Fellowship from Liverpool John Moores University presented by Professor Frank Sanderson.

  4. Timeline – Elder Dempster

    Browse through the dates on the Elder Dempster timeline to learn more about the history of the Elder Dempster Lines shipping company.

  5. Where can I volunteer?

    From health and education to the environment and volunteering overseas, there are plenty of volunteer opportunities available to students and staff at LJMU.

  6. Ian Walker interview

    Ian Walker was a Fourth Engineer for Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Ian Walker's interview.