Singapore ship management company Energios has announced the opening of their new office in Manila, to source local seafarers for Bergen-based Norwegian short-sea shipping specialist, Wilson ASA.

The service agreement sees Energios opening its second crewing office in Asia, after Mumbai, to provide Filipino crew for multi-purpose vessels operated by the Norwegian owner. Energios obtained their licence in Manila to “recruit, process and deploy sea-based workers” and will complement Wilson Ship Management’s existing crew strength on board their 130 strong fleet with local seafarers.

Energios’s Mumbai office has also been supporting Wilson’s ‘Future proof Dry Cargo Vessel’ ship building programme in India, where it is assisting in the supervision of activities in the Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited, in Udipi, which is building 14 of the new Dutch designed hybrid cargo vessels.

Vijay Rangroo, Founder and CEO of Energios Pte Ltd commenting on the move said: “The experience and ability of Energios to weave Wilson’s culture, business and work ethics into their service delivery was the key to acquiring this prestigious client. They are a leader in short sea shipping across Europe, with demanding customers and operations, so the trust put in Energios by Wilson is worthy of gratitude and we will leave no stone unturned to perform beyond their expectations.”

Abigail Ang, President of Energios Philippines, added: “Wilson’s commitment to safety, environmental protection and crew welfare, through high quality working practices and conditions, will be welcomed by Filipino seafarers who are keen to work on ships that have such high safety and welfare standards.”

With an attentive team of professionals, working out of a state-of-the-art office in Roxas Boulevard, Energios will provide Wilson with crew members that are trained to lead the industry in safety, efficiency, and sustainability standards.