Poland
Welcome to the Poland Branch of The Nautical Institute!
Following a major change in committee membership in 2025, the Branch is now looking to a different format for member engagement and representation as it looks to expand its influence into different sectors of the industry.
With a rapidly growing membership we are continually working to engage our local members in different ways, and to collaborate with sister branches across Northern Europe to deliver quality events and networking opportunities throughout the year.
If you would like to learn more, or to get involved, please reach out to the Branch directly - we look forward to hearing from you!
Ulisses Award honours outstanding supporters of The Nautical Institute
Presented every two years during the TransNav Conference since 2019, the Ulisses Award recognises individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the work and promotion of The Nautical Institute, a co-organiser of the conference. The award is founded by the Poland Branch of The Nautical Institute.
Over the years, the honour has been awarded to distinguished representatives of the maritime community whose work has supported the Institute’s mission and international presence.
The recipients to date are:
- Capt. Szczepan Kowalewski of Poland in 2019,
- Capt. John Lloyd of the United Kingdom in 2021,
- Capt. Andre L. LeGoubin, Past President of The Nautical Institute in 2023,
- Prof. Vladimir Torskiy of Ukraine in 2025.
The award reflects the strong and longstanding connection between TransNav, The Nautical Institute, and the Poland Branch, while also highlighting the individuals whose dedication has helped advance maritime professionalism and strengthen the Institute’s visibility within the international maritime community. This final sentence is an inference drawn from the award’s stated purpose and the role of the Poland Branch as founder.
