Brazilian Crew Management and RN06/42 Compliance for Cabotage and Offshore Fleets
Trusted by global shipowners operating Tankers, DP Shuttle Tankers, FSRUs, Container Vessels, and Offshore Support Vessels.
- 3,000+ vessels managed worldwide
- 44,000 crew across 30 countries
- Full compliance with RN06/42, CLT, ANVISA, ISM Code,STCW, MLC 2006
- DOC Holder audited by Lloyd’s Register
Why do foreign and national shipowners operating in Brazil need a local crew management expert?
Trading in the Brazilian waters requires deep understanding of local labour laws, cabotage regulations, taxation, RN06/42 requirements, local negotiation of collective bargaining agreements (CBA) with Unions. Foreign flag vessels operating more than 90 days in Brazil must meet minimum quotas of Brazilian crew under RN06/42 to maintain full compliance with Brazilian regulation. V.Ships Brasil specializes in finding solutions to these challenges through a complete and integrated crew management structure.
Specialized Crew Management for Cabotage Vessels and Offshore Fleets
Optimized for Tankers, DP Shuttle Tankers, FSRUs, OSVs and complex offshore operations.
What services are included in V.Ships Brasil Crew Management?
We provide full-cycle crew management, including:
Local Content & Compliance
- Full analysis of RN06/42 requirements
- Strategic planning and distribution of Brazilian officers and ratings
- Legal, regulatory and documentation compliance for cabotage operations
Collective Bargaining & Commercial Support
- Management of Union negotiations
- Crew budgets and Commercial Proposals for potential clients.
Recruitment, Selection & Retention
- National pipeline of Brazilian seafarers for cabotage and offshore
- Screening, documentation checks, induction training, “fit-for-duty” verification and appraisals
- Retention programs aligned with Brazilian crew availability challenges
HR & Logistical Support
- Hiring and payroll administration according to local labor law and union rules
- Travel, logistics, mobilization and demobilization
- EPI management: inventory, distribution, compliance with NR standards
Crew Support & Performance Monitoring
- Dedicated crew team for payments, planning, well-being and requests
- Pre-boarding briefing, disembarking debriefing and appraisals
- Support for INSS leave (Brazilian social security)
Client Interface
- Direct operational communication
- Regular meetings with detailed monthly reports
- Invoice management and approval workflow
Digital Management – ShipSure
- Daily updates to ShipSure for planning and compliance documentation
- Integrated training matrix for NR requirements, VMS and ShipSure modules
- Performance analytics, safety monitoring and digital documentation
FULL MANAGEMENT OPTION
Looking for complete operational outsourcing?
Besides crew management, V.Ships Brasil can provide Full Ship Management, including:
- Technical Management
- HSSEQ
- Procurement & Spare Parts
- Global Crew Management
What makes V.Ships Brasil different from other ship managers?
Global Scale with Local Expertise
- 60 offices worldwide
- 3,000+ vessels under management
- 44,000 seafarers globally
- Full understanding of Brazilian cabotage and offshore demands
Compliance Without Surprises
- ISO 9001 certified
- DOC Holder audited by Lloyd’s Register
- Successfully audited by multiple global clients, including TMSA programs
Advanced Digital Ecosystem: ShipSure
- HSSEQ
- Technical performance
- Crew compliance
- Certificates
- Maintenance
- Procurement
- Document control
Strong Values & Consistency
- We Care
- We Collaborate
- We Challenge
- We are Consistent
- We Commit and Deliver
Solving the Biggest Pain of Shipowners in Brazil
- Maintaining strong recruitment networks across Brazil
- Investing in training and professional development
- Retaining talent in a highly competitive market
Zero Objections, Full Compliance
Foreign shipowners fear non-compliance with RN06/42 crew quotas. We work to achieve full compliance, even in challenging market with shortage of seafarers through structured planning, network and continuous monitoring.
WHO WE SERVE
Ideal for Shipowners with Brazilian or Foreign flag vessels trading in the Brazilian cabotage or overseas.
We work with fleets from:
- Brazil
- Greece
- Singapore
- India
- China
- UAE / Dubai
- Other Global Maritime Hubs in all continents
Whether the client already operates in Brazil or is entering the market for the first time, V.Ships Brasil provides the operational infrastructure necessary for safe, compliant and competitive operations.
F.A.Q
How does RN06/42 affect my operations in Brazil?
Foreign-flag vessels must meet specific Brazilian crew quotas after 90 days in jurisdictional waters.
Does V.Ships Brasil handle union relations and Local Legal Labor negotiation?
Yes. We manage the entire union negotiation process, including legal labor law creation, renewal and compliance.
Can you ensure Brazilian crew availability?
Yes. We maintain strong recruitment networks and continuous planning to mitigate the talent shortage in the market.
Is ShipSure included?
Yes. Daily updates and compliance management are part of the service.
Do you offer full management?
Yes. Technical, HSSEQ, Procurement and Crew Management can be integrated.