Our dry bulk operations are supported by dedicated teams handling PSC, RightShip, and vetting requirements across key hubs in Norway, Croatia, and Singapore. With strong RightShip alignment, we deliver consistent operational performance that meets the expectations of major charterers including BHP, Rio Tinto, and FMG.
Trusted Bulk Carrier Ship Management
Bulk Carrier
Ship Management
Bulk Carrier Ship Management
OSM Thome is a leading company with global stature and rich experience in dry bulk management of various sizes and types of vessels. Shipowners trust OSM Thome to manage their bulk carriers and dry cargo fleet, not only because the company possesses broad knowledge of the sector, but also because of its high safety standards and most valuable asset—its people.
We have strong teams handling all Port State Control, RightShip and vetting matters in Europe and Asia. As a member of RightShip, OSM Thome maintains direct relationships at all levels with key stakeholders such as BHP, Rio Tinto, PPA Harbour Master, AMSA, USCG and Transport Canada are maintained. OSM Thome is also a member of INTERCARGO, where we actively participate in the technical and cargo committees.
Experts in Norway, Finland, Singapore and Cyprus support our crew in vetting preparations.
OSM Thome maintains skilful, operationally tested crews with a high retention rate and highly experienced and motivated onshore personnel. These are critical to delivering quality bulk carrier ship management to shipowners from convenient locations worldwide.
To achieve timely monitoring and reporting, OSM Thome strictly implements quality-assurance procedures, innovative marine software solutions and regular hands-on inspections.
Our primary goal is to ensure that every bulk carrier under our management is in excellent condition and ready to operate at any time, anywhere, at the highest possible performance levels and the most competitive cost levels.
We are transparent, operationally and financially efficient, and reliable, and we apply the highest safety standards in our operations with sustainability in mind. Our high RightShip DOC score is another example of the performance that helps us maintain a broad clientele.
OSM Thome is a “one-stop-shop” in the maritime industry,offering a variety of industry services shipowners may need for their dry bulk and bulker fleets.
Driving Bulk Carrier Technical Management Excellence at Scale
Scale, safety, and expertise—delivered through experience, partnerships, and consistent technical performance
EXPERIENCE
110 Bulk Carriers and Container ships under technical management.
PARTNERS
Currently working alongside 20 Bulk Carrier and containership owning entities.
CREW
Currently working alongside 37 bulk carrier and containership owning entities. 40 different nationalities, majority being crew from the Philippines, India and East Europe.
EXPERTISE
5 Technical Management (TM) hubs across the globe. Bulk Carriers and Containerships are managed out of Singapore, Norway, Croatia, Brazil, Finland, Australia and Nigeria.
Our dry bulk operations are built on a strong foundation of compliance, quality and disciplined execution. We maintain comprehensive and structured record-keeping across major flag states, ensuring full adherence to international regulations and industry standards.
With a dedicated focus on vetting performance, our teams actively monitor, assess and continuously improve vessel readiness to meet the stringent requirements of leading charterers and port authorities.
Supported by an experienced operations division and robust shore-to-ship integration, we deliver consistent, compliant and high-performing operations across our bulk carrier fleet.
- Comprehensive record-keeping of compliance for major flag states
- Adhering to all quality standards and regulations
- Emphasis on evaluating and assessing performance in vetting processes
- Operations division
Categories of Ships:
Container
- Feeder
- Geared
Bulk Carrier
- VLOC (Very large ore carrier)
- Capes
- Ice class
- Panamax
- Kamsarmax
- Newcastle max
- Various types of geared vessels
- Open Hatch
- Log carrier
- Gantry
RightShip‑Verified Safety for Bulk Carrier Management
RightShip is a leading global maritime risk management platform, widely recognized for setting industry benchmarks in safety, sustainability, and operational performance. Through its Dry Bulk Management Standard (DBMS), RightShip assesses vessel operators against stringent criteria aligned with the expectations of major charterers such as BHP, Rio Tinto, and Anglo American.
Our Safety Management System (SMS) is fully aligned with these standards and has been independently audited and verified, earning the RightShip Dry BMS Tick. This recognition reflects our commitment to consistent, high-quality safety practices and reinforces our ability to meet the demands of the most rigorous.
LONG EXPERIENCE AND SKILLED STAFF.
The OSM Thome onshore and at-sea bulk carrier teams consist of personnel and crew having managed such vessels for decades. Our large organisation includes robust processes and a big setup on HSEQ, focusing on the safety of our people and our customers’ assets.
SAFETY.
We believe all incidents can be avoided. To have a safe workplace is a fundamental right. We manage our customers’ assets by the highest standads to contribute to our customers’ success.
LOCATIONS.
Our bulk carrier management is represented in Norway, Singapore, and India, thus covering most time zones, as well as geographical areas. We also have support from our global officeLong Experience and Skilled Staffs such as Brazil, Finland, and India.
OPEX COMPETITIVE.
Our company has over time demonstrated competitiveness in safety, efficiency, and OPEX.
RIGHTSHIP.
OSM Thome, through its performance over the years, achieved a high Rightship DOC score, allowing clients to trade vessels in a demanding market.
VOLUME.
As a result, we are handling a significant volume of bulk carriers and at the same time, we are flexible to tailor-made solutions to our customers by utilizing dedicated teams both onshore and at sea for each customer.
WE OFFER “THE WHOLE PACKAGE”.
OSM Thome is a “one-stop-shop” in the maritime industry. We offer a variety of industry services for our customers to find a partner and not a supplier. This includes ship management, crew management, and marine services.
In dry bulk ship management, safety is a responsibility we all have – from top to bottom – and must always come first in all we do.
We believe all incidents can be avoided. We have a zero goal for:
- Personal injuries
- Operational disruptions
- Damages to equipment
- Harassment and bullying
We take pride in operating in compliance with all mandatory laws, regulations, codes, guidelines and procedures through continuous improvement, safety excellence programs, leadership training to assess all risks to personnel, vessels, operations and the environment, and establishing effective safeguards against them.
To have a safe workplace is a fundamental right. No job is so urgent or important that we cannot take the time to do it safely and with care for the environment.
In dry bulk ship management, we manage our customers’ assets with the highest standards to contribute to our customers’ success.
What Makes Our Bulk Carrier Management Different?
A fully integrated approach, built around you
Explore Our Services
OSM Thome delivers end-to-end maritime services. We offer a wide range of innovative marine services to our customers while remaining committed to our core values and environmental ideals.
Crew Management
OSM Thome delivers end-to-end crew management solutions, ensuring competent, compliant, and motivated seafarers through responsible recruitment, training, and welfare-driven support.
Ship Management
OSM Thome provides complete ship management services focused on safety, efficiency, and asset performance, combining decades of technical excellence with proactive operational oversight.
Marine Services
OSM Thome offers a full spectrum of integrated marine services, supporting vessel operations across the entire lifecycle with expertise, innovation, and coverage with care.
