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Husbandry & Crew change

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Our experience and expertise in crew assistance enable us to anticipate your needs and tailor our services to your specific requirements.

We guarantee to take care of every stage of your trip (from “Meet and greet” at the airport, to transport and accommodation), visa on arrival and any other special requirements. We also coordinate supply of provisions, equipments, and spare parts, as well as bunker supplies.

About crew changeover !

Crew change is a common operation in the maritime industry, consisting in the replacement of crew members when a ship calls in a port. This operation is necessary to ensure the smooth running of the ship and keep crew in healthy condition, who must work according to regulated schedules and rest periods.

Hereunder are some of the key tasks involved in a crew change :

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Replacement planning

Plan crew rotation according to contracts, working hours and the ship's operational requirements.
Consider maritime labour regulations and rest periods.

Document Management

Monitor travel documents (Visas, Passports, Ok to Board, Work permits and Seaman’s book) by ensuring that they comply with local and international regulations.
Ensure that all required documents are in order and comply with local and international regulations.

Logistics Organization

Organize transport and transfer of crew members embarking or disembarking, in collaboration with shipowner, shipping agency or ship’s captain.
Coordinate with local transfer services to ensure safe transport.

Communication with Authorities

Interacting with the local authorities (Port & Air) to obtain the necessary authorisations for crew change.
Liaise with the authorities to facilitate the embarkation and disembarkation of crews.

Crew Welfare and Monitoring

Monitor crew needs, including health and safety.
S'assurer que les membres de l'équipage entrants ont reçu les formations et les certifications nécessaires pour travailler à bord du navire.

Coordination with stakeholders

Collaborate with shipowners, shipping agents, shipping companies and crew managers to organize effective succession planning.
Coordinate with the ship's captain to plan the appropriate handover.

Emergency Management

Be prepared to manage emergency situations, such as health problems or flight delays, which could affect crew relief. Implement emergency plans if necessary.

To sum up

In summary, we ensure smooth port operations and efficient port call management, offering quality support to the ship, helping shipowners and charterers maximize operational efficiency while minimizing costs and risks.

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