Desmond Wettern Maritime Media Award
for Best Journalistic Contribution
 The Award is made to the writer, broadcaster, media person or similar figure who, in the opinion of the Awards Committee, has made the most constructive contribution to generating public awareness of Britain’s current maritime issues during the qualifying period.
In making its award, the Awards Committee will consider
- the significance of issues chosen;
- the range and depth of analysis;
- the quality of assessments concerning the future;
- the originality of the work; and
- its impact on maritime policy, public awareness and individual commitment.
The main focus for this award is maritime journalism – whether in newspapers, periodicals, specialist journals or technical publications – that
- sustains an authoritative approach to promoting maritime awareness;
- causes the significance of maritime events to be reported in different media; and
- contributes to a wider understanding of maritime issues, including political issues.
The winner may be selected for their work in any media format, written, oral, or visual.
The prize is an engraved crystal decanter and a cheque for £1,000.
| Past Winners |
|
 |
2008
Julian Bray
Photo: Available shortly.
Press Release >> |
 |
2007
Brian Lavery
Photo: Brian Lavery, Anthony Harvey and Lady Mountbatten.
Press Release >> |
 |
2006
Dr Colin White
Photo: First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Jonathon Band and Dr Colin White.
Press Release >> |
 |
2005
Professor Nicholas Rodger
Photo: Lady Mountbatten and Professor Nicholas Rodger.
Press Release >> |
 |
2004
Manuela Sarris and the Sea Vision UK Campaign Team
Photo: Manuela Sarris and Admiral Sir Alan West, First Sea Lord.
Press Release >> |
 |
2003
Michael Stammers
Photo: Lady Mountbatten and Michael Stammers.
Press Release >> |
 |
2002
Alison Kefford
Photo: Lady Mountbatten and Alison Kefford. |
 |
2001
Captain Richard Woodman
Photo: Gillian Wettern, Lord Strathcona, Captain Richard Woodman and CinC Fleet Admiral Sir Alan West. |
 |
2000
Jim Allaway
Photo: Lady Mountbatten, Jim Allaway, Editor Navy News, and Rear Admiral Richard Hill. |
 |
1999
Libby Purves OBE
Photo: Lady Mountbatten and Libby Purves. |
 |
1998
Michael Grey MBE
Photo: Lady Mountbatten and Michael Grey. |
 |
1997
Michael Evans
Photo: Michael Evans and Lady Mountbatten. |
 |
1996
Richard Scott
Photo: Gillian Wettern and Richard Scott. |
 |
1995
Rob White and Rory MacLean
Photo: Rob White, Lady Mountbatten and Rory MacLean. |
|
|
