Crewing Europe's Inland Waterways & Seas
Connecting skilled maritime professionals and shipyard tradespeople with shipping companies and shipyards across Europe. Specialized placement for inland shipping, coastal maritime, port operations, and shipyard new-build or repair projects.
Maritime & Inland Shipping Crewing
From inland barge crews to deep-sea vessel officers, we provide end-to-end crewing solutions tailored to Europe's waterways and ports.
Inland Shipping Crewing
Qualified barge masters, boatmen, and deckhands for inland cargo vessels operating on Europe's extensive river and canal network.
Maritime Crew Placement
STCW-certified officers and ratings for coastal and seagoing vessels, fully vetted and ready for deployment across European waters.
Vessel Staffing Solutions
Flexible crew arrangements — permanent, rotational, or trip-based — covering every rank from deck to engine room.
Crew Management & Payroll
Full crew administration: contracts, payroll, travel coordination, and certification tracking across multiple jurisdictions.
Shipyard & Repair Trades
Certified welders, pipefitters, platers, electricians, and foremen for new-build construction, repair, and refit projects at shipyards across Europe.
Compliance & Certification
Full regulatory compliance management: STCW, Rhine patent, ADN, work permits, and flag-state requirements across Europe.
Crew Members Placed
Vessels & Projects Crewed
Countries Covered
Fleet Satisfaction
Maritime Sectors We Serve
From inland rivers to open seas, our deep sector knowledge ensures the right crew for every type of vessel and operation.
Inland Shipping
320+ vessels
Maritime & Coastal
180+ vessels
Port Operations
240+ vessels
Ship Management
150+ vessels
Logistics & Freight
410+ vessels
Shipbuilding & Repair
280+ vessels
Skilled Trades for Every Shipyard Project
From new-build construction to emergency repairs, we place certified tradespeople who keep shipyards and vessels moving.
Welders
Certified MIG, TIG, and arc welders for hull, pipe, and structural work.
Pipefitters
Skilled pipefitters for fuel, hydraulic, ballast, and cooling systems.
Foremen
Experienced site foremen and project supervisors for yard coordination.
Electricians
Marine electricians for wiring, switchboards, and control systems.
Platers
Steel platers and fitters for hull fabrication and structural refits.
Years of
Navigation
Your Trusted Partner in European Maritime Crewing
Founded in 2011, Pro Work Alliance has grown into one of Europe's most trusted maritime and shipyard workforce agencies. We combine deep inland waterway expertise with a continent-wide network to deliver the right people for every vessel and project — from Rhine barge crews to shipyard welders and pipefitters.
Trusted by Leading Shipping Companies
"Pro Work Alliance understands inland shipping like no other. They've crewed our entire Rhine barge fleet with qualified, certified professionals. Our vacancy rate dropped to near zero."
Klaus Reiter
Fleet Manager, RheinBarge Reederei
"Their knowledge of Rhine and Danube crewing regulations is exceptional. They handle certification, payroll, and compliance seamlessly — we focus on operations, they handle the crew."
Pierre Dubois
Operations Director, Danube Shipping Group
"When we needed 20 certified welders and pipefitters for a refit project, PWA delivered within days. The quality of tradespeople and their shipyard expertise is outstanding."
Andrei Popescu
Project Director, Damen Shipyards Galați
Let's Crew Your Fleet
Need qualified maritime or inland shipping crew? Contact us today and let's discuss how we can support your vessel operations.
Headquarters
Constanța, Romania
Phone
+40722841693
Office
office@proworkalliance.com
HR Inquiries
hr@proworkalliance.com
General Contact
contact@proworkalliance.com
Hours
Mon – Fri: 08:00 – 18:00 CET
