Global Offshore Ship Management Expertise
Global Offshore Management Expertise
OSM Thome is a leading offshore ship management company. We currently have 60 offshore vessels and assets under full technical management. Another 220 vessels and assets are under crew management.
OSM Thome offers a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals. We provide high-quality management and corporate solutions to an international client base.
Knowledge and Offshore Experience
Knowledge is one of our key competencies. Therefore, we support continual improvement through professional training. This approach ensures that every team member maintains high professional standards. It also helps us remain at the forefront of the offshore industry.
We have operated complex offshore vessels and units since 2006. Our offshore ship management approach combines strong OVID performance, a dedicated safety culture and hands-on management. Furthermore, our committed onshore and offshore teams support safe and efficient operations.
SKILLED ONSHORE AND OFFSHORE TEAM:
We are one of the most experienced independent technical managers in the offshore segment. Our competent and skilled onshore professionals are among our core assets.
We offer strong competence, experience, stability and continuity throughout our onshore organisation. Our existing offshore pool of more than 7,000 crew members enables us to mobilise personnel promptly. It also gives us flexibility across our crewing operatio
GLOBAL PRESENCE, LOCAL KNOWLEDGE:
Our in-depth knowledge of local rules and regulations supports operational excellence. It also helps us manage offshore vessels and their crews effectively.
Our global presence allows us to recruit crew members of different nationalities. In addition, we provide offshore ship management from strategic locations for a wide range of operations.
We have established operations centres in key offshore locations worldwide. As a result, we can manage local-content and cabotage operations while maintaining consistent global standards.
SAFETY COMES FIRST:
We promote a strong and consistent safety culture. Our HSE Safety Management System provides a structured approach to controlling operational risks.
Our teams actively use the system in their daily work. Therefore, it supports practical safety management rather than serving only as a reporting platform.
We also adapt our HSE approach to each vessel or unit type. These include platform supply vessels, anchor-handling vessels and offshore rigs.
HIGH MUTUAL EXPECTATIONS:
We are a flexible organisation that responds to the needs and expectations of vessel owners.
Our offshore ship management capabilities combine global reach, a large crewing organisation and high HSEQ standards. Consequently, we can provide tailored solutions for each vessel or offshore unit.
ISM Code
ISPS Code
ISO 9001:2015
ISO 14001:2015
ISO 45001:2018
IMO
SOLAS
MARPOL
STCW
IMDG
ICS
MLC2006
OVMSA
CMID
WE RECRUIT CREW FOR YOUR OFFSHORE VESSEL
OSM Thome can recruit crew for your offshore fleet based on your specific requirements. These may include:
- Rank
- Language
- Country of COC issuance
- Permanent location
- Type of offshore-vessel experience
- Years of experience
- Additional client requirements
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Information Hub: Questions on our Offshore Management
What Is Offshore Ship Management?
Offshore ship management covers vessels that operate in offshore environments. These may include open seas, coastal areas and offshore energy fields.
It includes safe vessel operations, crew management and vessel maintenance. Furthermore, it covers the transport of personnel, goods and equipment to and from offshore installations.
Offshore management also requires compliance with international and local regulations. These include safety, environmental and labour standards.
Ultimately, the goal is to maintain safe, reliable and efficient offshore operations. At the same time, effective management reduces operational risks and improves vessel performance.
What do we call Offshore Units/Vessels?
OSM Thome provides technical management for offshore units and vessels, together with crew recruitment and crew management. Through OSERV, we also offer provisions and catering management.
A Floating Production Storage and Offloading unit (FPSO) is used by the offshore oil and gas industry to process, store and transfer hydrocarbons. It receives oil and gas from wells, nearby platforms or subsea equipment. After processing, the product is stored onboard before being transferred to shuttle tankers or pipelines.
A vessel used only for oil storage is called a Floating Storage and Offloading unit (FSO). For gas storage, the offshore unit is known as a Floating Storage Unit (FSU).
A Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit (MODU) is designed or modified for offshore oil and gas exploration and drilling. These units support the extraction, storage and processing of resources located beneath the seabed.
An Accommodation Platform, also known as a flotel, provides living quarters for offshore personnel. These units are commonly used in the oil and gas industry and can also support offshore wind projects.
A Cargo Transfer Vessel transfers hydrocarbons directly from an FPSO to a conventional Suezmax tanker or VLCC. It offers a faster and more cost-effective alternative to Dynamic Positioning Shuttle Tankers, particularly when transferring crude oil under challenging sea conditions.
What Does Offshore Project Management Mean?
Offshore project management covers projects carried out in offshore environments. These projects are commonly associated with oil and gas or renewable-energy operations.
The process includes planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation. It also covers risk management and performance monitoring.
As a result, effective offshore project management helps complete projects on time, within budget and according to the required quality standards
What do we call Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs)?
OSM Thome provides technical management for offshore support vessels. We also recruit and manage their crews. Furthermore, we provide catering and provision services.
Our offshore ship management experience covers several vessel types, including:
- Anchor-handling tug supply vessels
- Platform supply vessels
- Cable-laying vessels
- Seismic vessels
- Seismic support vessels
- Node-handling vessels
- Multipurpose supply vessels
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