February 3rd, 2025.



Newhaven lifeboat volunteer crew Katherine Nash successfully passed out as Inshore Lifeboat (ILB) Navigator.

ILB navigation was previously a task of the Helm. The role of ILB Navigator was introduced at the beginning of 2024, part of the RNLI's new Operational Competency Framework that went live around the same time.

Katherine said: "I feel proud that I will be able to support the ILB Helms and strengthen Newhaven’s team."

Katherine has been volunteering on the crew for two years. She began training for the role of ILB Navigator in September 2024.

Chris Glasspool, ILB Helm, explained: "Katherine’s Navigation success is a real asset to the Newhaven RNLI team, helping us in our mission to save more lives at sea."