People make a difference to any business. Whatever success looks like, it is people that rise above the challenges and ultimately drive things forward. This is perhaps even more important when it comes to shipping and the pivotal role of seafarers.

Seafarers are the backbone of any vessel, and a good crew delivers the safety, security and environmental performance demanded on any voyage. At the heart of a positive and engaged approach to operations is an increasing focus on the well-being of seafarers and their relationships with shore-based teams. It is essential to get maritime human resources right, and that is why effective crew management is key.

You can buy good steel to build a ship, but ultimately it is bringing together a team and forging the right systems and support which will lead to operational excellence and commercial success. Giving access to information, managing data and ensuring that people have the right management tools to excel.