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  1. John Goble

    John Goble was the Chief Officer for Elder Dempster Lines. John joined Elder Dempsters in 1963 as Third Mate. In his interview, John discusses the challenges of working at sea, his first impressions on West Africa and how the impact containerisation had on the industry.

  2. Disabled students – accommodation

    We make sure your accommodation is tailored to your needs. This section provides information for disabled students about the adapted accommodation available.

  3. Panic disorder - staff wellbeing hub

    Find out more information on panic attacks and panic disorder, such as the way it can impact our thinking, behaviours, physical sensations, and emotions along with some self-help interventions on ways to manage it.

  4. Steve New

    Steve New began working for Elder Dempsters in 1962 as an Indentured Deck Officer Apprentice. In his interview, Steve talks about those early days in the engine room, the dangers of cleaning wheelhouse windows and about why Steve joined the Merchant Navy.

  5. Starting a business

    See how the Centre for Entrepreneurship develop a new business idea, work as a freelancer, launch a product or service or grow an existing business.

  6. Outreach – events

    Discover upcoming outreach events and book your place on one of our exciting opportunities.