Global Crewing Simplified

Asia Group of Companies subsidiary Asia Maritime Services Pvt Ltd is an established and trusted crewing partner providing competent and reliable marine personnel to shipowners, ship managers and offshore operators worldwide. Having placed over 25,000 seafarers globally over 30 years of experience in maritime crewing services, we support a wide range of vessel operators with professional crew recruitment, crew administration and operational crewing support.

As an ISO 9001:2015 certified, MLC 2006 compliant and RPSL licensed crewing agency, we maintain strict quality standards in the selection, deployment and management of seafarers across all ranks — from Messman to Master. Our crewing operations are designed to ensure that shipowners receive qualified, experienced and fully compliant personnel who are capable of operating safely and efficiently in demanding maritime environments.

We provide crew for a broad spectrum of vessel types including crude oil carriers, chemical and product tankers, bulk carriers, dry cargo vessels, offshore support vessels and oil rigs. Our crewing pool includes experienced officers and ratings across deck, engine and catering departments, enabling us to meet both routine crewing requirements and urgent operational needs.

Beyond recruitment and placement, our crewing department provides comprehensive crew administration and operational support services to assist shipowners in managing the full crewing lifecycle. This includes crew rotation planning, documentation management, compliance monitoring and coordination of crew changes worldwide.

Our fully computerised crewing management system maintains detailed digital records of all personnel, including certifications, medical documentation, service history and contract status. This enables our team to monitor certification validity, plan timely crew replacements and ensure compliance with STCW-2010, MLC 2006 and applicable flag state regulations.

The crewing department is managed by experienced maritime professionals who coordinate closely with shipowners, vessel operators and port agents to ensure efficient crew deployment and uninterrupted vessel operations. Through proactive planning and a strong network of qualified Indian seafarers, Asia Group of Companies is able to respond quickly to both scheduled crew rotations and emergency replacement requirements.

Our long-standing industry relationships and commitment to quality have enabled us to build a reputation for reliability, professionalism and responsiveness in supporting the crewing needs of international shipping companies.

Our Crewing Services Include:

Crew Recruitment and Placement:

• Recruitment and selection of qualified officers and ratings across all ranks (Messman to Master)

• Supply of crew for bulk carriers, crude oil tankers, chemical and product tankers, dry cargo vessels, offshore vessels and oil rigs

• Recruitment of deck, engine and catering department personnel

• Screening, interviews and reference verification of candidates

Crew Administration and Management Support:

• Crew rotation planning and relief scheduling

• Monitoring of contract periods and planning of timely crew replacements

• Maintenance of comprehensive crew records and service histories

• Crew performance monitoring and evaluation support

Certification and Compliance Management:

• Verification and monitoring of STCW-2010 certificates and endorsements

• Compliance with MLC 2006 regulations and applicable maritime labour requirements

• Monitoring of certificate validity and expiry dates

• Support for flag state documentation and regulatory compliance

Medical and Documentation Support:

• Coordination of seafarer medical examinations and medical fitness certification

• Verification of passports, CDCs and statutory documentation

• Pre-joining documentation preparation and briefing

Crew Change and Deployment Coordination:

• Coordination of worldwide crew changes

• Liaison with shipowners, managers and port agents

• Support for travel arrangements, embarkation planning and logistics

• Rapid mobilization for urgent crew replacements and medical sign-offs

Training and Professional Development Coordination:

• Coordination of mandatory training and refresher courses

• Monitoring of certification requirements for different vessel types

• Assistance with training planning for officers and ratings

Digital Crewing Management Systems:

• Fully computerised crew database and personnel management system

• Digital tracking of crew certifications, contracts and service records

• Efficient management of joining schedules and replacement planning