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We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities for professional and personal development.

WWW.CREWPLANET.EU is a platform with hundreds of vacancies for all vessel types: Dry cargo, Tanker, Offshore, Passenger fleets

Furthermore, Crewplanet acts as a crewing agency, working directly with many respected shipowners. Established in 2003 with offices in Latvia and the Netherlands, Crewplanet has proven to successfully recruit and manage crew for numerous clients and shipowners from all ar

ound the globe, who are actively using our website to post open vacancies for most ranks from Ratings to Officers. Crewplanet itself manages a diverse fleet from various clients while ensuring everything goes smoothly starting from interviewing candidates to arranging visas to the very sign-off moment. Our vision is to provide both sailors and clients with the best experience possible, and that goes hand in hand with the company's core values: reliability, proficiency, and quality.

31/12/2025

🎉 Happy New Year 2026 from Crewplanet! ⚓️
Wishing all seafarers, shipowners, and maritime partners a year filled with safe voyages, strong crews, and new opportunities.
May 2026 bring:
🌊 safer seas
🚢 successful operations
🤝 stronger partnerships
🌍 progress toward a cleaner, smarter maritime industry
Thank you for being part of the Crewplanet community - we’re excited to sail into 2026 together!

14/10/2025

🛟 2026 Basic Training update (STCW)

From 1 January 2026, Basic Training (PSSR) will include mandatory training on preventing and responding to violence & harassment on board.

What to know:
• Applies to all seafarers via STCW A-VI/1-4 (PSSR)
• Built into new BT courses and future revalidation
• Focus on prevention, by-stander action, reporting & support

If you’re updating your certificates or joining a vessel in 2026, make sure your training provider’s course reflects the new standard.

Crewplanet is here to help you stay compliant and career-ready — send your updated CV to get matched with roles on modern fleets.

30/09/2025

🚢 Maritime News of the Week

• UNCTAD trims 2025 outlook: Global seaborne trade is forecast to grow just ~0.5% next year as costs and uncertainty remain high; ton-miles hit a record last year due to longer reroutes.

• Panama Canal budget & water plan: Lawmakers approved a $5.21B budget for FY25/26, including progress on the Rio Indio reservoir to bolster water security after the 2023 drought.

• Security watch (Gulf of Aden): UKMTO reported an explosion near a commercial vessel off Yemen; ship and crew continued safely.

• Alt-fuel orderbook keeps rising: 534 container ships on order can use alternative fuels—53% of ships and 77% of TEU in the current boxship orderbook.

23/09/2025

🚢 Job Highlights – This Week at Crewplanet
We are currently looking for qualified seafarers to join our partner vessels:

1️⃣ AB Candidates (Ro-Pax Vessel – EU)
• Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off

2️⃣ Fitter (Ro-Pax Vessel)
• Rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off
• Requirements: Proven Ro-Pax experience, STCW, welding & fabrication skills, Motorman + Watchkeeping certificates

3️⃣ Cook (OSV – North Sea)
• Rotation: 4 weeks on / off
• Requirements: Previous OSV experience, Ship’s Cook diploma, EU citizenship
• Offer: Accommodation, food, transfer + attractive daily rate
👉 Interested? Apply now with your updated CV on our website!

22/09/2025

For nearly two decades, Crewplanet has been at the helm of maritime recruitment, connecting top-tier seafarers with shipowners across the globe.

But we’re more than just a crewing agency.

We’re a team of dedicated professionals who believe in innovation, transparency, and human connection. From our headquarters in Riga to ports worldwide, our mission remains the same: to simplify crewing and support the people who make global shipping possible.

🧭 Our name — Crewplanet — reflects our vision: a world where every qualified seafarer can find the right vessel, and every ship operates with confidence.
🔹 Real people.
🔹 Real support.
🔹 Real results.
Follow us as we share more from the Crewplanet journey — past, present, and future.

08/09/2025

🌊 Maritime Fact of the Week

Did you know that the world’s largest container ships can carry over 24,000 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units)? That’s the equivalent of more than 240,000 cars or nearly 750 million bananas 🍌 loaded on a single vessel!

And here’s something even more fascinating: despite their massive size, these giants of the sea can operate with as few as 25 seafarers onboard. ⚓️

This is a true reminder of how far maritime technology and teamwork have advanced — keeping global trade moving with efficiency and skill.

28/08/2025

Anchoring Tomorrow: This Week’s Maritime Headlines

1. India charts a $1 trillion maritime roadmap—an ambitious investment drive to elevate its infrastructure and global trade reach.
2. South Korea’s bold U.S. shipbuilding revival—$150B in investments aimed to reshape American shipyards and supply chains.
3. Pilots without boarding ladders? Remote navigation tech is revolutionizing how marine pilots guide ships, improving safety and efficiency.

Want to dive deeper into any topic? Let us know in the comments!

11/08/2025

🚢 Attention Crewing Agencies: Crewplanet is Here to Supercharge Your Recruitment

Expand your reach. Automate your workflow. Place faster.

Are you a crewing agency looking to simplify your operations, get better seafarer coverage, and grow your client base?

At Crewplanet, we don’t compete with you—we empower you.

Our platform is designed to help agencies like yours manage more vacancies, reach wider audiences, and work smarter—not harder.

✅ What You Get as a Partner Agency:

🔹 Powerful Vacancy Distribution

Post your vacancy once on Crewplanet—and we’ll automatically promote it across various platforms with a reach of 130,000+ seafarers across Europe, Russia, the Baltics, and Asia.

🔹 Automated CV Tracking for Seafarers

Know exactly when a CV is:
✔️ Read
✔️ Approved
❌ Declined
No more emails lost in the inbox. Seafarers love the transparency—you’ll love the speed.

🔹 Smart Filters

Instantly sort by: Nationality, Vessel type, Certification, Rank, and more
No more spreadsheets. Just click, filter, and shortlist.

🔹 All-in-One Workflow Tools

- Automated document checklists
- Seafarer feedback logs
- Crew rotation planning

🤝 Why Agencies Choose Crewplanet
Speed: 90% of vacancies filled in 7 days

Support: We help you scale, not replace you

📌 Let’s Work Together

Whether you’re a new agency or a market veteran, Crewplanet is the digital partner you need.

🔗 Learn more at www.crewplanet.eu

🧭 Join 50+ agencies already using Crewplanet to boost their placement speed and grow their business.

Your seafarers deserve better service. Your clients expect faster results.

Let Crewplanet help you deliver both.

— Team Crewplanet

26/07/2025

🚢 Maritime News with Crewplanet 🚢

Stay Safe • Stay Skilled • Stay Ahead

1. 🌊 Maritime Safety Day & Campaign

On June 25, 2025, IMO celebrated Day of the Seafarer with the initiative “My Harassment‑Free Ship”, promoting a culture free of bullying and sexual harassment at sea. It’s a vital call to ensure every seafarer—regardless of rank or nationality—is respected and protected onboard .

2. 📘 IMO MSC Updates — Focus on MASS & Seafarer Training

At the IMO’s 110th Maritime Safety Committee meeting in June, significant focus was placed on Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) and enhanced training requirements for seafarers to safely navigate evolving technologies .

3. 🎓 Training Emergency: Fuel Shift Demands New Skills

As shipping transitions toward alternative fuels like hydrogen and ammonia, an estimated 450,000 seafarers need extra training by 2030 (growing to 800,000 by mid-2030s). Digital competence and safety protocols for these new fuels are becoming imperative .

4. 👥 Global Welfare Risk: Labor Shortages & Safety Concerns

A new report reveals seafarer labor shortages have hit a 17‑year high, with poor working conditions posing systemic risks to supply chains. Some banks now threaten to withhold loans from shipowners who neglect crew welfare .

✨ Why This Matters to You:

Your safety and rights are industry-wide priorities.

Training requirements are changing fast—especially around digital tech and green fuels.

Crew welfare is under scrutiny—companies must take action or face consequences.

🎯 How Crewplanet Supports You:

Advocating for crew welfare improvements—safe manning, fair contracts, and mental health support.

Partnering with top training providers—covering STCW, MASS guidelines, and MRM soft skills.

Always available for a call in case you need help or an advise

📌 Ready to build safer skills and greener careers?

👉 Send us a message or visit our website to explore upcoming placement opportunities!

Wishing you fair seas and continuing safety,

The Crewplanet Team

14/07/2025

📢 Looking for your next contract at sea? Don’t forget — Crewplanet is here to help!

At Crewplanet, we’re more than just a crewing agency — we’re your long-term career partner in the maritime industry. 🌍⚓

✔ 20+ shipping companies trust us to find the right people for their vessels — all in one place, on one powerful platform.
✔ Thousands of open vacancies updated daily — from junior ratings to senior officers.
✔ Fast, secure, and fully digital: our smart platform makes applying smooth and efficient.
✔ Real people, real care: our recruiters know your name, your story, and your goals. We take a personal approach to every candidate.

🧭 With years of experience, a deep understanding of crewing needs, and a global reach, Crewplanet has already helped tens of thousands of seafarers build strong, reliable careers.
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💬 Looking for something new? Ready to step up in your maritime career?
Our team is ready to help — message us or apply directly at 👉 www.crewplanet.eu

📍Based in Riga. Operating worldwide.

🔁 Tag a fellow seafarer who might be looking for their next opportunity!

19/06/2025

🌞🌿 Līgo is coming – Latvia’s biggest summer celebration! 🌿🌞

Here at Crewplanet, based in beautiful Riga, Latvia, we’re getting ready for one of the most magical times of the year – Līgo (aka Summer Solstice)! 🇱🇻

✨ So, what’s Līgo all about?
It’s Latvia’s way of celebrating the longest day and the shortest night of the year – with bonfires, flower crowns, singing, dancing, and a whole lot of good vibes. Think of it as nature’s birthday party, Latvian-style! 🎉

🔥 Ancient roots, modern fun
The name “Līgo” means to sway – just like the way people dance or the way bonfire flames flicker in the night. It’s been around for hundreds of years, even before Latvia became Latvia!
People light fires to chase away bad luck, sing traditional songs (yes, all night long!), and wear oak leaf and flower crowns – not just for the ‘Gram, but to bring luck and strength. 💪🌼

🌊 What’s the link to the sea?
We’re a maritime crew, so of course we found the sea connection! 🌊
Līgo is all about nature, light, and safe journeys – just like the sea has always been. For centuries, sailors would look to the sun and stars to guide them safely across the waves. And just like Līgo fires protect homes and bring good luck, seafarers once believed in lighting fires before voyages for safe travel.
Many Latvians even celebrate Līgo by the river or seaside, making it the perfect mix of nature, tradition, and marine spirit!

🌟 Fun Līgo facts:
• The mythical fern flower only blooms on Līgo night… and if you find it, legend says you’ll get happiness and good fortune! (No pressure 😅)
• Everyone eats Jāņu cheese (with caraway seeds!) and drinks locally brewed beer 🍻
• It's a national holiday — even the most serious sea captains take a break!
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🛳️ Whether you're on land or at sea — Happy Līgo from Crewplanet! May your bonfires be bright, your songs loud, and your journey smooth.

16/06/2025

📣 VACANCY: ABLE SEAMAN (EU)
🚢 Vessel: SIRIOS CEMENT VI
🔢 IMO: 8910512
📍 Location: Greece

We are urgently looking for an EU national Able Seaman (AB) to join our cement carrier operating in Greek waters.

📄 Job Details:
📆 Contract Duration: 1+1 months (with possible extension)

💶 Salary: 2500 EUR/month

⚓ Joining: ASAP

🛠️ Duties: Mooring/unmooring, deck maintenance, cargo operation assistance

✅ Requirements:
Valid STCW certificates

EU Passport

Previous experience on similar vessels preferred

Good English communication skills

📧 To apply, send your CV to: [email protected]
☎️ Contact: +371 2005 12 15
📌 Subject: AB - IMO 8910512

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