Crew Management
Crew management: Crew by Choice, Family by Heart
Our crew management services prioritize the well-being and competency of the individuals who make maritime operations possible. We recruit, train, and manage highly skilled and motivated crew members, ensuring your vessels are staffed with competent professionals committed to safety and efficiency. In sum, the critical aspects of our crew management services consist of:
- Recruitment and selection
We identify, recruit, and select qualified and certified crew members, including officers, engineers, ratings, and other maritime professionals, to meet the specific needs of each vessel and its operation. - Crew training and development
We organize and provide training and development programs to enhance the skills, competencies, and safety awareness of crew members, including safety drills, emergency response training, and compliance with international maritime regulations. - Crew scheduling
We create and maintain schedules for crew members, including rotations between sea service and shore leave, while considering factors such as voyage durations and rest periods. - Crew welfare
Addressing the welfare and well-being of crew members, including provisions for food, accommodation, medical care, and recreational facilities during their time on board. - Crew payroll and compensation
Administering payroll and compensation systems, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits, and ensuring compliance with employment contracts and labor laws. - Travel and visa arrangements
Handling travel arrangements, visa processing, and crew transportation to and from vessels, including airport transfers and logistics. - Medical services
We manage crew medical examinations, vaccinations, and medical emergencies, as well as providing access to medical professionals and facilities when needed. - Crew documentation and compliance
Ensuring that all crew-related documentation, such as contracts, passports, seafarer’s books, and visas, are current and compliant with regulations. - Crew replacement and repatriation
Organizing crew replacements and repatriation when crew members complete their contracts or in cases of emergencies or medical issues. - Crisis management
Developing and implementing crisis management plans and procedures to address emergencies at sea and providing support to crew and vessels in distress.