Crew Benefits | 3 Advantages of being a seafarer
As Crewing Managers, we are continually identifying and researching benefits for our seafarers.
In partnership with MHG Insurance, we can help you with seafarer crew benefits and direct you to their group and individual benefit programmes.
Financial Crew BenefitsÂ
MHG is the marine industry’s international benefits specialist. These plans have been specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of professional marine crews, offering comprehensive medical insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, and retirement savings, among other benefits.
Cruise operators, yacht owners, brokers, and management companies worldwide use MHG’s plans to attract and retain the best Captains and crew in the industry.
Viking Crew are also a proud supporter of the International Seafarers Retirement Savings Plan (ISRSP), a plan that both employers and individuals can utilise in the maritime industry.
Travel BenefitsÂ
Another unique crew benefit for seafarers is the availability of marine fares. Offering discounted and last-minute travel bookings when travelling to your vessel. This can result in reduced wait times for flights and more affordable bookings. At Viking Crew, we have a travel team that specialises in crew deployment and marine fares.
Crew Wellbeing ServicesÂ
Crew also have access to extensive support services for both themselves and their loved ones. Being at sea for long periods of time can negatively impact the mental health of an individual and their family. At Viking Crew, we support and suggest the use of mental health and wellbeing charities for seafarers, such as ISCA Wellbeing, ISWAN and the Sailors' Society.
Crew Welfare and Engagement Manager, Teresa Haughey, at Windstar Cruises, our exclusive crewing partner, works closely with crew on board to ensure that they have access to extensive support services, as well as wellbeing initiatives onboard such as water sports, yoga, wellness chats, and community areas to name a few.
At Viking Crew we’re proud to partner with vessels who take a real interest in their crew, which is why we have partnered with Windstar for over 35 years.
