Seaman Salaries on Passenger vessel in 2025

Below are the changes in salaries for key positions over the past year.
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Position

Average monthly salary

(current year)

Average monthly salary

(last year)

Difference %

1 Master 5275 USD 5112 USD 3.19%
2 2nd Engineer 6739 USD 7015 USD -3.93%
3 3rd Engineer 4266 USD 4212 USD 1.28%
4 Chief Officer 4035 USD 6703 USD -39.80%
5 Chief Engineer 7771 USD 12350 USD -37.08%
6 ETO 3332 USD 6399 USD -47.93%
7 2nd Officer 4258 USD 4752 USD -10.40%
8 3rd Officer 2997 USD 3008 USD -0.37%
9 AB Seaman 2623 USD 2327 USD 12.72%
10 Fitter / Welder 2217 USD 2743 USD -19.18%

Dynamics of changes in salaries for key positions over the past year.

Please note: the data is based on the industry average and may vary depending on the company and the region of work.

Master
2025

2nd Engineer
2025

3rd Engineer
2025

Chief Officer
2025

Chief Engineer
2025

ETO
2025

2nd Officer
2025

3rd Officer
2025

AB Seaman
2025

Fitter / Welder
2025

Companies hiring on Passenger vessel

If you are looking for a job on a Passenger vessel, take note of the following companies that are actively recruiting for this type of vessel:

Nordic Hamburg Shipmanagement Odessa

Found: 15

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Global Marine Service

Found: 8

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Astral Limited Sp zoo

Found: 6

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Phoenix Maritime LLC

Found: 5

See company

Columbia Shipmanagement Ukraine

Found: 5

See company

ROMOR CREWING AGENCY

Found: 2

See company

Alpha Navigation Crew Management, Crewing Ukraine

Found: 2

See company

Amergo Group

Found: 2

See company

Factors influencing salary levels:

  • Work experience

    Seafarers with extensive experience and a long track record on Passenger vessel receive higher pay.

  • Qualifications

    Additional certifications and specialized training courses increase your value as a professional.

  • Work region

    Salaries can vary significantly depending on the region and its economic situation. Additionally, working in high-risk areas typically results in additional bonuses or higher pay rates

  • Type of Passenger vessel

    The size and technical specifications of the vessel also influence the salary level.

Rates for Top 10

    Full crew rates for top 10 types of vessels:

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