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1. Obi Okeke

   Obi Okeke was Third Mate for Elder Dempster Lines. In his interview, Obi talks about why he joined Elder Demspter Lines, about his time at the University of Southampton and what it was like on board in bad weather conditions.

2. Graduate testimonials

   Check out some graduate testimonials.

3. Jim Forsey interview

   Jim was a Purser at Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Jim's interview.

4. Alfred William Thomas interview – Elder Dempster

   Alfred William Thomas was an engineering with Elder Dempster in the early part of the twentieth century, read the account of his experiences with the company.

5. Mike Ingham

   Mike was a Purser for Elder Dempster Lines. In his interview, Mike talks about the role of a Purser and the challenges he faced. Listen to Mike's interview.

6. Mr Anthony Akaraonye

   Member of the Board of Governors

7. 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.

8. Ray Donker

   Ray Donker was Chief Mate with Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Ray Donker's interview

9. Carl Williams

   Member of the Board of Governors

10. Stephen Parry

    Member of the Board of Governors