Why 2026 is the year of ‘kelp. powered’ yacht crew
Finding the right job, or the right candidate is one thing, but the real challenge lies in keeping your crew on the right path, and staying ahead of the curve.
As we approach the Mediterranean season, the industry is gearing up for Charter, and the most successful leaders are the ones who are making sure their team is prepared for everything.
It’s no longer just about having the mandatory tickets; it’s about making a commitment to giving your crew the tools they need to grow their career, alongside the support to do so.
This is exactly why The Crew Hunter and kelp. yachts have partnered up.
Introducing the kelp. Learning License.
For every crew member placed on your vessel this year by The Crew Hunter, we are gifting a member of your crew a complimentary kelp. learning license (worth £1000).
Think of kelp. not just as a training portal, but a digital ecosystem designed by yacht crew, for yacht crew. It’s a 24/7 resource that lives in your pocket, ready whenever you need it.
What’s inside?
The kelp. learning license is a year-round subscription to the kelp.yachts training platform (worth £1000), providing you with around the clock access to a wealth of eLearning training programs, designed by yacht crew, specifically for yacht crew at every level.
Benefits include:
✔ Self-paced to suit your schedule.
✔ Extensive library of resources for you to explore and utilise.
✔ Access to over 1000 digital training courses.
✔ Discounts available on Yacht Owner’s Representative Program, Purser, Command & Senior Leadership, Interior CoCs, STCW, and other live training programs from accredited providers.
The competitive advantage
This partnership is about more than just a “freebie.” It’s an opportunity for your crew to hone their skills and take their careers to new heights by optimising their time to further their knowledge.
For the vessel’s Captain and Owner, this partnership helps to solve the headache of sorting out your annual training budget.
When your crew is powered by kelp. they have endless opportunities to learn online, and with the addition of the discounts on live training, your crew are bound to succeed this year.
Whether it’s better HR practices on board or improved mental health awareness, a “kelp-powered” crew is a more efficient, harmonious crew.
How to get started on kelp.
Crew stay loyal when they feel valued. By providing a pathway to promotion, you foster loyalty from day one.
We want to make training and career progression as accessible as possible. So here are the two main ways you can secure a kelp. learning license for your crew:
- Placement via The Crew Hunter: Secure your next role through our recruitment team, and we’ll activate your £1,000 subscription as part of your successful placement.
- Direct Subscription: If you’re a vessel looking to upskill your existing team, or an individual ready to take the leap, you can book your subscription directly at kelp.yachts.
- Confidential Discussion: If you are looking to discuss how to implement kelp. On your vessel, get in touch [info@yachtcrew.uk] for a confidential discussion.
