Resources
Maritime HR Insights & Resources
A growing collection of free and paid resources developed for cruise operators and maritime businesses navigating the people, compliance and operational challenges of working at sea.
Practical tools, guidance and insights designed to support better decisions across Maritime HR and crew operations.
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Regulatory Updates
India's New RPS Rules 2026: A Practical Guide for Cruise Operators
A practical guide for cruise operators employing Indian seafarers through Indian RPS partners, highlighting the key areas to review following India's new 2026 Recruitment and Placement of Seafarers Rules.
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Regulatory Updates
2026 DMW SEC-S Update: Practical Guide for Cruise Operators & Shipowners
A practical overview of the 2026 DMW Standard Employment Contract for Filipino seafarers, highlighting the key changes and the areas cruise operators and shipowners should review across contracts, payroll, work/rest, grievances, welfare, medical care, repatriation and crew management.
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Recruitment
Pre-Joining Costs Explained: A Practical Resource for Cruise Recruiters
A ready-to-share candidate guide for cruise recruiters, hiring partners and crewing teams to help prospective crew understand common pre-joining costs, who may be responsible for paying them, what may be reimbursed, and the difference between legitimate joining expenses and prohibited recruitment fees.
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