A trip to England in September by the Minister of Tourism Development and Transport cost almost $7,000.

Shawn Crockwell attended the annual London International Shipping Week 2015 Convention from September 5 to 11.

He travelled with Permanent Secretary Francis Richardson and Gamaralage Nawaratne, the director of maritime administration.

According to the Bermuda Government’s travel expenses website, the total cost of the trip amounted to $6,980.75.

The event attracted the highest level government and shipping leaders from Britain and around the world, the website stated. It hosted more than 80 industry functions and networking opportunities for leaders across all sectors of the international shipping industry, including owners, ship managers, regulators, bankers, lawyers and more.

“Bermuda had a primary role in organising and hosting the Red Ensign Group reception that was held on the evening of September 9, 2015,” the website added. “Bermuda was also well represented by local stakeholders including Conyers Dill and Pearman, MJM Limited and Bermuda Business Development Agency.”

According to the website, $4,749.75 was spent on flights, $1,731 on accommodation, $400 on meals and $100 on ground transportation.