Crew Management Agency: End-to-End Maritime Staffing & Support
In the highly regulated maritime industry, managing seafarers and offshore crew requires far more than just recruitment. It demands deep operational knowledge, global compliance expertise, and real-time logistical support. That’s why partnering with a professional crew management agency is the preferred choice for shipowners, technical managers, and offshore contractors worldwide.
At Wigmore Trading, we deliver full-service crew management solutions tailored to your vessel type, operating region, and compliance requirements—helping you reduce costs, eliminate staffing gaps, and ensure smooth sailing across your fleet.
What Does a Crew Management Agency Do?
A crew management agency oversees the entire employment lifecycle of marine and offshore crew. This includes:
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🔍 Recruitment & screening
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📄 Certification & compliance management
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🛫 Travel & visa arrangements
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📅 Rotation planning & scheduling
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💼 Payroll & contract administration
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📋 Crew performance monitoring
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🚑 Medical, insurance & welfare support
 
Wigmore Trading provides a single-point solution—saving you time, lowering HR overhead, and keeping your operations fully manned and compliant.
Who Needs a Crew Management Agency?
Our services are designed for:
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🛳️ Shipowners and charterers
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🚢 Ship managers (technical & commercial)
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⚓ Offshore energy operators (oil & gas, wind)
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🏗️ Marine construction and dredging companies
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🌍 Logistics firms operating multi-national fleets
 
Whether you’re operating a single OSV or managing a global fleet, we deliver scalable crew management to match your operational complexity.
Our Crew Management Services
✅ Marine Recruitment & Manning
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Deck officers, engineers, electricians, and ratings
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Offshore crew: ROV operators, riggers, HSE, medics
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Cooks, stewards, and camp staff
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STCW, BOSIET/HUET, and flag-state compliance
 
✅ Crew Planning & Rotation
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Smart rostering based on contract length and fatigue management
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Relief crew pools and standby staff
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Emergency mobilization (48–72 hours)
 
✅ Logistics & Documentation
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Visa processing and flight booking
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Port agent coordination
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Medicals, drug testing, background checks
 
✅ Contracts, Payroll & Welfare
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Monthly payroll in local or foreign currency
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Crew insurance and benefits
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Repatriation and welfare support
 
✅ Compliance & Performance
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MLC 2006 and flag-state documentation
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Regular audits and KPI tracking
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Training coordination and refresher courses
 
Why Choose Wigmore Trading as Your Crew Management Agency?
✅ Extensive database of qualified seafarers
✅ Africa-wide coverage with global reach
✅ Compliance-driven, cost-effective solutions
✅ Transparent reporting and client dashboard
✅ Quick deployment and reliable replacements
We act as an extension of your operations team, making crew planning, onboarding, and management seamless—so your vessels stay on schedule and within budget.
Vessel Types We Support
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🛢️ Oil tankers, LNG & chemical tankers
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🚢 Container ships, bulk carriers
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⚙️ Offshore support vessels (AHTS, PSV, DSV)
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🛥️ Superyachts, passenger ferries
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🏗️ FPSOs, jack-up rigs, and drilling units
 
We tailor crew profiles based on your vessel specifications, flag-state requirements, and operational needs.
Looking for a Reliable Crew Management Agency?
Let Wigmore Trading handle your marine and offshore crew needs—professionally, transparently, and efficiently.
📧 Contact us today to discuss your fleet’s crewing strategy or request a custom crew management proposal.

          
				




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