About Us
Who we are
Your Trusted Partner in Professional Crew Management
Hermes Ship Management Pvt. Ltd. (RPSL-MUM-157) is a Mumbai-based maritime company providing professional crew management, recruitment and related marine support services to shipowners, ship managers and vessel operators.
With more than two decades of experience in the maritime industry, Hermes brings established expertise in delivering dependable crewing solutions that support safe, efficient, and uninterrupted vessel operations.
Our organisation is supported by maritime professionals with extensive sea-going and shore-based experience. This practical understanding of vessel operations enables our team to approach crew management from an operational perspective rather than simply as a manpower supply function.
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Our approach
Driven by Purpose,
Guided by Excellence
Driven by safety, integrity and expertise, we deliver dependable maritime solutions that create lasting value for clients, seafarers and partners through professionalism, innovation, efficiency and continuous improvement.
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Our Vision
To be a trusted global maritime partner, recognised for excellence in crew management, seafarer support and people-focused maritime services.
Our Mission
To deliver reliable, efficient and seamless crew management solutions by connecting skilled seafarers with the right opportunities, while creating lasting value for our clients, seafarers and partners.
Our Values
Integrity, Accountability, People First, Reliability , Excellence
We operate with integrity, take ownership of our commitments and put people at the heart of everything we do. We strive for excellence through professionalism, responsiveness and reliable service, building long-term relationships with our clients, seafarers and partners.
Our Experience
Hermes has extensive crewing experience across a broad range of vessel segments, including offshore vessels, tugs, barges, drillships, container vessels, bulk carriers, general cargo vessels, and various tanker segments.
Our expertise spans the distinct competency, certification, vessel-specific experience, and operational requirements associated with different fleets and trades.
From routine crew deployment to urgent and specialised requirements, our objective is to identify personnel who are suitable not only for the rank but also for the specific vessel, trade and operating environment.
Our People
Our experienced maritime professionals remain closely involved in the recruitment, selection, crew planning and mobilisation process. We also provide professional Support for Vessel Surveys & Inspections
We maintain a continuously developed network of seafarers and place strong importance on building long-term relationships with competent and dependable crew. Many Owners, Clients and seafarers have continued their association with Hermes over considerable periods, contributing to crew continuity and a strong understanding of individual experience and capabilities.
This breadth of experience enables Hermes to deliver crewing solutions tailored to the specific requirements of each vessel, trade, and operating environment, with a consistent focus on competence, reliability, and operational continuity.
THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE RIGHT VESSEL AND THE RIGHT POSITION.
Our Commitment
Whether a client requires planned crew deployment, an urgent replacement, specialised offshore personnel or ongoing crew-management support, Hermes is committed to providing a professional, responsive and dependable service.
We work with shipowners, ship managers, offshore operators, vessel operators, marine contractors and charterers with specific crew requirements, adapting our services to their individual operational needs.
Crew Excellence
Our Crew Management
Philosophy
Effective crew management starts by understanding client requirements
and selecting qualified seafarers with the right skills, experience,
competence, and attitude for every position carefully.
We Assess Candidates On
- Rank and position requirements
- Vessel type and size
- Relevant trade experience
- Technical and operational experience
- Professional qualifications
- STCW requirements
- COC, COP and endorsements
- Medical fitness and other documents
- Previous employment and references
- Client-specific requirements
Our Commitment
Maintaining focus on statutory requirements and industry best practices.
Quality
Selecting highly skilled, qualified, and dependable personnel for every position and role.
Reliability
Providing reliable and consistent support across all operations, whenever clients need us.
Responsiveness
Responding promptly and effectively whenever our clients need our support.
Standards that define us
Our Certifications
