About
Columbia Maritime Talent (CMT) is a specialised maritime recruitment and consultancy firm, dedicated to sourcing, selecting, and managing highly-skilled seafarers for the global shipping industry.
As the central hub for a network of manning agencies and recruitment partners, CMT ensures the highest standards in crew quality, compliance, and operational efficiency, aligning with Columbia Group’s industry-leading benchmarks.
Your Maritime Recruitment Partner
With decades of experience in the maritime sector, our team possesses in-depth knowledge of industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices. Our extensive network of professionals ensures that we connect you with the right talent, efficiently and effectively.
We recognise that every client and candidate is unique. That’s why we offer customised recruitment and consultancy services designed to align with your specific operational and business objectives, ensuring seamless workforce management.
Our worldwide presence allows us to source and place top-tier maritime professionals across all regions. Whether you operate locally or internationally, we ensure access to a diverse and highly-skilled talent pool.
We help optimise your recruitment strategy by reducing costs and streamlining hiring processes. By providing the right talent at the right time, we enhance workforce efficiency and operational stability.
Our success is measured by the satisfaction of our clients and the quality of the professionals we place. We have a strong history of delivering high-calibre crew solutions across various vessel types, ensuring smooth operations at sea.
From temporary and contract-based staffing to permanent placements, we offer adaptable solutions that scale with your evolving business needs. Whether you require short-term crew replacements or long-term workforce planning, we’ve got you covered.
services
CMT provides a comprehensive range of recruitment and crew management solutions.
Global Crew Supply
A robust network that delivers qualified seafarers to external clients, including shipowners and ship managers.
Quality Assurance
Rigorous selection processes and performance monitoring to ensure compliance with Columbia Group standards across the global SRPS (Seafarer Recruitment and Placement Services) network.
Financial & Operational Oversight
Effective cost control and operational efficiency across the global SRPS network.
Sectors
strategic partnerships
CMT is open to building strategic partnerships with:
agencies
cmt partners
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Whether you are a shipowner seeking expert crew supply or a recruitment partner aiming to join a high-standard network, CMT is ready to support your needs.
Contact us today to explore partnership opportunities and optimise your maritime talent strategy.
ABOUT COLUMBIA MARITIME TALENT
Columbia Maritime Talent Services Limited is a specialised maritime recruitment and consultancy firm, dedicated to sourcing, selecting, and managing highly-skilled seafarers for the global shipping industry.
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