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Barbara Jones: A custodian of maritime history

Curator of Maritime History & Heritage
Location: Bradwell-On-Sea, Essex, England

Equity & Transparency

Carly Fields, Journalist

Carly Fields is an award-winning specialist maritime journalist and editor. For over 20 years, she has been reporting on wide issues in the shipping industry, from the risks of isolation among seafarers and piracy off Somalia to the sector’s route to decarbonisation and future shipping tech.

Introduction

This online exhibition recounts the career of Barbara Jones, as part of the wider SHE_SEES component of the Rewriting Women into Maritime History exhibition. SHE SEES celebrates women’s contributions to the maritime industry through capturing the stories of contemporary female professionals in the UK. Through captivating interviews and stunning photographs, we delve into their stories, bridging the maritime past, present, and the future.

A Custodian of Maritime History

As Lloyd's Register’s (LR) Curator of Maritime History & Heritage, Barbara Jones has carved a path as a doyenne of the shipping’s past riches. From her first steps into LR’s magnificent Collcutt building, Barbara was spellbound by its architectural splendour and the enchanting works of art that adorned its halls. The stained glass, painted ceilings, and intricate friezes spoke volumes about the legacy and grandeur of LR.

Click on each image to view the exhibition.