2026 Robert Allan Memorial Scholarship Awards

August 18, 2026

The Trustees of the Robert Allan Memorial Scholarship Trust and Robert Allan Ltd. are very pleased to announce the award of the following scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year. The awards have been made to the following outstanding students, chosen from a highly competitive pool of well-qualified candidates:

Alex Bishton

Mr. Alex Bishton of New Westminster BC. Alex has a Naval Architecture diploma from the Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland and is presently in the final stages of a Bachelor of Technology in Applied Science and Engineering, also through MUN. He has a strong practical interest and experience in the marine industry.

Jack Davis

Mr. Jack Davis of Vancouver BC. Jack is a fourth-year student of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Victoria, with a demonstrated strong interest in marine engineering and all aspects of the maritime industry.

MacKenzie Lee

Ms. MacKenzie Lee of Cochrane Alberta. Mackenzie is a Term Four student of naval architecture at Memorial University, demonstrating an exceptionally high academic record and a strong passion for naval architecture.

Robert Allan Ltd. is very pleased to support these exemplary students in their pursuit of a career in this noble profession.

The Robert Allan Memorial Scholarship is available to students wishing to pursue a professional career in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering. The scholarship was created in 1982 by a bequest from the late Robert F. Allan, noted Vancouver Naval Architect, and supported by his friends and colleagues. The scholarship fund is administered by a committee of senior Principals at Robert Allan Ltd.

Information on the criteria for acceptance and for applications can be found on the Robert Allan Ltd. website: https://ral.ca/scholarships/