At EDGE, we are committed to offering your seafarers the best social protection and tailored support.

Leader in France in maritime crew management, EDGE CREW has stood out since 1998 with its unique ministerial approval allowing the provision of qualified maritime personnel for any need, without duration limitation. We have gained the trust of yacht owners and yacht managers for the recruitment and complete management of their crews.

Our service covers all onboard functions, from Stewardess to Captain, including Engineers, Deckhands, Cooks, etc. We rigorously manage maritime engagement contracts, payroll, and timekeeping records, ensuring your peace of mind. All our seafarers are registered with the ENIM, ensuring compliance with their professional qualifications

A well-cared-for crew is a high-performing crew.
The EDGE expertise enables you to enlist a qualified crew to enjoy the onboard experience of your yacht, in safety and serenity. We support our crews in enhancing their skills to ensure passenger satisfaction and the good reputation of your yacht.

Complete your crew with our professionals:

  • Captain 200 UMS, 500 UMS, 3000 UMS
  • Engineer 750 kW, 3000 kW
  • Deckhand
  • Chef Cook
  • Steward, Stewardess

Our crew management services

Recruitment and selection

We strive for excellence in assembling your yacht’s crew. The EDGE selection process focuses on discovering exceptional talent that aligns with the culture and values onboard your vessel. Each sailor is carefully assessed not only for their technical skills but also for their contribution to a welcoming and collaborative atmosphere onboard.

Training and development

At EDGE, we are committed to supporting your crew in maintaining and enhancing their nautical skills. We ensure that your crew is continuously trained on the latest safety standards, environmental protection, and maritime technologies.

Well-being of the crew

At Edge, we understand that the well-being of crews is essential for optimal navigation. A healthy and well-supported crew is more invested, directly contributing to safe and efficient navigation. That’s why we are committed to providing comprehensive coverage in terms of social security and health insurance. This win-win principle underpins our mission to ensure maritime excellence through the well-being of our seafarers.

The benefits of EDGE crew management are abundant:

You benefit from a rigorous selection process to assemble a top-notch crew.

Our services include monitoring continuous training to keep your crew’s skills up to date.

We provide comprehensive social coverage ensuring the well-being of your crew.

Working with EDGE ensures an efficient, competent, and happy crew, contributing to your peace of mind aboard your yacht.

Tailor-made solutions for shipowners

Choose our “All-Inclusive” solution: Integral EDGE CREW Management. In this framework, we undertake the recruitment of your crew under French ENIM contracts, ensuring compliance with the MLC 2006 and maritime legislation. Serving as the employer, we manage all administrative and logistical aspects of crew operations, including salary payments, social security contributions, as well as providing medical coverage and various insurances.

Full Employer Support

By entrusting your crew to EDGE, you transfer to us the responsibility of the employer. This approach means that we fully take care of the administrative and operational management of your maritime personnel.
This includes coordinating arrivals and departures, processing salaries, settling social charges, as well as enrolling in medical insurance and setting up appropriate insurance policies.

Control of seafarers’ fitness for embarkation

EDGE conducts rigorous verification of the qualifications and skills of sailors before any engagement. We also offer support in developing the skills of your crews.

White Label Management Services

We offer Maritime Employment Contract establishment and payroll document generation (pay slips, end-of-contract documents, various employer attestations) as white-label services.

Testimony

Since partnering with EDGE CREW for crew management, we've noticed a significant improvement in the quality and professionalism of our onboard staff. Their attentive approach and expertise have fostered a harmonious work environment, contributing to the excellence of our service onboard.

Sophie B. - Yacht Owner

EDGE CREW has proven to be the ideal partner for the complete management of our yacht crew. Their dedicated and competent team handles all administrative and operational aspects, allowing us to focus fully on customer satisfaction and safe navigation.

Thomas G. - Yacht Manager

As a crew member working with EDGE CREW, I'm impressed by their commitment to our well-being and professional development. Their personalized approach and ongoing support have created a rewarding work environment, fostering our engagement and performance onboard.

Emma C. - Stewardess

Who can be enlisted by a Maritime Labor Company?

All sailors who meet the following criteria:

  • French seafarers, regardless of country of residence
  • Foreign seafarers residing in France

Hold valid STCW 2010 certifications, with valid titles and medical fitness.

How to benefit from the services of a Maritime Labor Company?

2 contracts are signed for this 3-way partnership:

  • With the Shipowner or the ship management company: the Shipowner Assistance contract.
  • With the Seafarer: the French Maritime Employment Contract.

EDGE CREW becomes the employer, handles salary payments, and pays social security contributions to the relevant organizations. EDGE CREW acts as a pledger with the ENIM.

If the flag is foreign, EDGE CREW takes care of the Seafarer’s Detachment to ensure they retain their rights with the ENIM, Employment Office, Family Allowances, etc.

What are the benefits for the Shipowner in using a Maritime Labor Company (MLC)?

By using a Maritime Labor Company (MLC), the Shipowner complies with the Maritime Labor Convention (MLC) 2006 and benefits from the following advantages:

  • No employer obligations and no deposit required for charges.
  • No additional insurance to be contracted: accidents, illness, foreign medical care, repatriation, etc.
  • The crew is covered by the best possible welfare and retirement scheme.
  • Support from a reliable and recognized provider, operating since 1998.

What are the benefits for the Seafarer in being enrolled by a Maritime Labor Company (MLC)?

Thanks to the French maritime employment contract, the Sailor enjoys the following benefits:

  • Social security through the ENIM for sailors.
  • Contributions to the ENIM Seafarers’ Retirement Fund.
  • Entitlement to sickness, accident, maternity, paternity leave benefits, etc.
  • Access to Unemployment Benefits through France Travail at the end of the contract.
  • Right to training.
  • Full consideration of time spent at sea for certificate and license renewals.