Our Regulatory Framework
WestCrew Marine Services Ltd operates under full authorization from the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) and adheres to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC 2006).
Our internal processes are aligned with:
ILO and IMO conventions
ISM, ISPS, and STCW standards
Flag state endorsement requirements
Crew welfare provisions under MLC Regulation 1.4
Licensed Manning Agency
WestCrew Marine Services Ltd holds an official manning license issued by the Ghana Maritime Authority, authorizing the recruitment and placement of Ghanaian seafarers for international service.
We maintain valid operating credentials and periodic audit compliance as required by the Authority.
Ethical Recruitment Policy
WestCrew does not charge placement fees to seafarers.
All recruitment and documentation costs are transparently handled in compliance with MLC Regulation 1.4 and ILO Guidelines on Fair Recruitment.
Every seafarer signs a verified contract reflecting genuine wages, welfare provisions, and insurance coverage.
Verification and Quality Assurance
Our team conducts verification of:
Seafarer certificates and flag endorsements, medical reports and visas, employment history, and sea service records.
We maintain pre-embarkation audits and post-deployment feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
Data Protection & Record Management
WestCrew maintains digital records of every crew member in compliance with data protection laws.
Our database ensures secure, traceable, and easily retrievable documentation for all deployments.
Compliance Partners and Platforms
WestCrew works with recognized international platforms and institutions for crew evaluation, certification, and compliance:
Ghana Maritime Authority
Regional Maritime University
Flag state offices
Ship management compliance teams
Ocean Learning Platform (for CES and Marlins tests)
Verified. Licensed. Trusted.
Partner with a fully compliant manning agency today.
