The Marcura Group today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire ShipServ, a leading maritime online procurement platform and marketplace. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone for both companies and is expected to be finalised in the coming weeks. Upon merging, both companies will benefit from joint talent, expertise, and aRead more
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MarTrust was featured in Ship Management International recently. The article highlights the difficulties seafarers face when sending money home or receiving payment due to sanctions on financial institutions associated with specific states. Read the full coverage here: Improving seafarer welfare fuels maritime resilience Here’s an excerpt from the article: The article recognisesRead more
Over the past decade, the drive towards improving crew welfare and satisfaction has increased exponentially. Accelerated by the pandemic and shifting political and geographic tensions, ship owners realise that they need to go the extra (nautical) mile to ensure the welfare of their crews. But what springs to mind when you think about crew welfare?Read more
MarTrust was featured in Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide recently. The article highlights the challenges faced by seafarers in receiving timely payments due to geopolitical conflicts and supply chain disruptions affecting traditional financial institutions. Read the full coverage here: Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide – Enabling Smooth Payments for Seafarers During Times of Crisis Here’sRead more
In the maritime industry, we often focus on tools and processes when discussing payments. This makes sense as the industry is undergoing significant technological changes. However, we tend to overlook an important aspect – the people we pay. “The wages I send home keep my family alive, so I have to be happy with that.” –Read more
Through the recent influx of sanctions, MarTrust has demonstrated its strength in responding to significant regulatory change by supporting its customers through these challenging times. Seafarer welfare is at the heart of what we do at MarTrust, with MarTrust services serving and supporting both seafarers and corporate customers. We would therefore like to thank ourRead more