Having the best crew onboard any ship is critical to the safe and smooth running of the vessel.  Staff that is knowledgeable and competent make the difference in how efficiently run a vessel is.  Ship Mate can boast of having the largest database of personnel available to both ship owners and shipping companies alike.

Ship Mate Ltd. is MLC 2006 certified as a Seafarer Manning Office (SMO) by the classification society Bureau Veritas.

Ship Mate Ltd. is registered with the Bahamas Ministry of Labour as an authorized Seafarer Recruitment and Placement Service (SRPS). Our vast maritime network and partnerships with various organizations allow us access to the best personnel.

Allow us to show you how we can meet your manning needs with our well trained and certified pool of skilled workers.

We offer the following crewing services:

• Specified screening according to ship owners demands

• Assisting w/ securing cree PEME medicals

• Psychometric testing for seafarers and other crew

• Head hunting services for  specific positions

• Travel reservations for crew arriving and departing vessels

• OK to board letters as well as guarantee letters

• Assistance with securing visa applications

• Testing of English proficiency and English as a second language

• Ensuring all statutory training and certifications are in place