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From 13 December 2026, vessels certificated under Workboat Code 3 must have a proportionate safety management system in place and operating. Writing the procedures is the easy part. Showing that they are followed is what gets checked.

Collect the extra information a procedure needs, on the vessel, as part of the procedure itself. Checks, inspections, permits and sign-offs become evidence in your safety management records rather than a PDF in an inbox.

Competency dashboards, a report that shows who has worked with whom, job descriptions in the SEA and expenses on timesheet PDFs.

Small switches, big difference: the options our support team most often turns on for customers who did not know they were there.

Eleven releases in thirteen weeks: Digital Forms, the KPI Report Builder, Work Packages, QuickBooks purchase orders, project financials in any currency and a security update built around Microsoft Entra.

A planned maintenance system is audited on its history, not its schedule. The six things that get asked about, and what a good answer looks like for a small or mid-sized fleet.

CrewSmart welcomes Kieran Doleman as Senior Software Developer. With over 25 years of experience, he strengthens the team as the platform continues to grow and evolve.

Breakdown hours and lost revenue in the Vessel Diary, a rebuilt IMS with vessel-specific reading lists, travel documents checked before you book, and holiday approvals that no longer depend on one person.

Before the summer campaigns start: the ten things worth checking across crew, vessels, procedures and records, and the questions a charterer will ask you in April.

Most workboat operators already run a safe operation. What they cannot do is prove it on demand. Christian Adams on why the evidence, not the procedures, is where Workboat Code 3 will bite.

Hourly weather and tides in the DPR, training requirements by region, linked actions and your own branding on the login page. A round-up of the quarter's releases.

CrewSmart is sponsoring solo rower Ian Baylis in the 2025 World’s Toughest Row as he tackles a 3,000-mile Atlantic crossing to raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance. His mission reflects the resilience and commitment we’re proud to support.

To boost security and stay aligned with evolving maritime regulations, CrewSmart now supports two-factor authentication (2FA). This added layer of protection helps keep your data safe by requiring a second verification step at login.

CrewSmart's "Onboard" app enables offline fleet and vessel management with features like maintenance scheduling, incident logging, document access, and crew management. Compatible with iOS, Windows, and Android tablets, it ensures seamless operations in remote areas.

CrewSmart proudly sponsors Lightship Atlantic as shareholder Nia Baylis and partner Pammie Tyson embark on the World’s Toughest Row across the Atlantic. Starting December 11th, this grueling race tests their endurance against harsh conditions. Nia, who previously donated a kidney to her brother, is raising funds for Kidney Wales through the journey. Track their progress via social media or the YB Races app. CrewSmart celebrates Nia’s determination and generosity, reflecting the company’s values.

Anna Saunders joins from class-leading offshore energy support vessel (OESV) operator Seacat Services, bringing with her first-hand expertise of crew and fleet management

Part of the CrewSmart 2.0 software update, CrewSmart PMS unlocks efficiencies, cuts costs, and curbs breakdown risks for asset managers

Max Perry, HSEQ Manager / DPA at Dalby Offshore, tells us how CrewSmart has transformed the company’s crew and vessel management systems, and the impact that it has had on auditing scores and the contract tendering process.

Global partner for risk management solutions to the maritime and marine sectors selects CrewSmart to enhance transparency and drive cost and time-savings

Compliance is essential for Ambrey as it supplies maritime crew and security personnel to vessels across the world, and managing these compliance requirements across a 1500-strong workforce is no mean feat.

US offshore wind support vessel pioneer selects CrewSmart to bolster growing US market with latest expertise and technologies for fleet and personnel management

We are the first US offshore wind support organisation, providing crew and cargo transfer services for installation and long-term operations and maintenance for the United States’ emerging offshore wind sector.

“CrewSmart v2.0” launches to give maritime businesses complete oversight of their operations, ensuring compliance amid evolving market demands

CrewSmart is delighted to announce that Tom Bridle has joined the team.