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Life at sea can be tough; conditions onboard can be demanding and loved ones are far away. Living in small quarters and away from home for up to nine months at a time with only sporadic access to telephones and wi-fi along the way can take its toll. Luckily, there are social organisations like Seaman Aalborg who work hard to give a warm welcome to the seamen arriving in Aalborg.

Every day, the Seaman Aalborg welfare officer visits the ships that have called into port during the day. The seamen are welcomed and offered help with practical and personal needs. They are also offered phone and internet cards for purchase – and a lift into town.

Seaman Aalborg’s social work is only possible because several other organisations give financial support. The three largest sponsors are KOMPAS Hotel Aalborg, Port of Aalborg and Sea Health & Welfare. The profit of the hotel goes towards the social work at Port of Aalborg.

In this way, we – as a hotel – maintain our maritime legacy as a former seamen’s home. Through Seaman Aalborg, we contribute to making a great difference to the thousands of seamen who come to town every year.

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