About Thalina Shipping
Over 27 years of excellence in maritime crew recruitment
Our Journey Since 1997
Thalina Shipping (Pvt) Limited was incorporated in 1997 and commenced its operations as an employment agency, acting as agents for recruiting seafarers to foreign and local principals and engaged in various shipping activities.
Over the years, we have established ourselves as one of Sri Lanka's most reliable crew manning agencies, specializing in the recruitment of officers and crew members for international shipping companies, with a particular focus on Greek shipping principals.
All our certifications comply with the STCW 1995 convention, ensuring that every seafarer we place meets the highest international maritime standards. Our thorough screening process, combined with our extensive database of qualified professionals, enables us to provide the right crew for every vessel.
Years
Seafarers
Principals
Est. 1997
Maharagama, Sri Lanka
Our Mission
To be the most trusted and reliable maritime crew employment agency in Sri Lanka, providing exceptional recruitment services that connect qualified seafarers with reputable international shipping principals, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, compliance, and care for our seafarers' welfare and career development.
Our Vision
To become a globally recognized maritime crew management agency, setting the benchmark for excellence in seafarer recruitment across South Asia. We envision a future where every seafarer finds their ideal career path through our network, and every shipping principal receives crew that exceeds their expectations.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide every decision we make and every seafarer we place.
Integrity
Honest and transparent dealings with seafarers and principals alike.
Excellence
Committed to the highest standards in maritime crew recruitment.
Care
Genuine concern for the welfare and career growth of every seafarer.
Partnership
Building lasting relationships with principals and crew members.
Our Team & Office
The dedicated people and professional environment behind 27 years of maritime excellence.
Our Team
Principal Meetings
Our Office
Dedicated Staff
Industry Events
Head Office — Maharagama
Company Timeline
Key moments in our journey of maritime excellence.
Company Founded
Thalina Shipping (Pvt) Ltd was incorporated and commenced operations as a crew employment agency.
International Expansion
Began recruiting crew for Greek shipping companies, expanding our international network.
STCW Compliance
Achieved full compliance with STCW 1995 convention standards for all certifications.
Growing Fleet
Expanded partnerships to serve over 30 international shipping principals.
Digital Transformation
Modernized recruitment processes with digital database management systems.
Continued Excellence
Celebrating 27+ years of trusted maritime crew recruitment services.
Certifications & Standards
We maintain strict adherence to international maritime standards.
STCW 1995 Convention Compliant
All our recruitment processes and certifications fully comply with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) 1995 standards.