Your crew and your vessel, looked after in port.

When your ship is in port, the needs are many and the time is short. We handle them all, from a single crew change to a full medical emergency, so the master can focus on the ship and the call stays on schedule.

Crew services

  • Crew changes, planned and coordinated end to end.
  • Immigration and visas, all formalities with the local authorities.
  • Repatriation and joining crew, transfers, flights and accommodation.
  • Transport to and from Madeira airport and the city.
  • Crew welfare ashore, from everyday needs to urgent requests.

Vessel husbandry

  • OPL calls, delivery of spare parts, provisions and supplies off port limits.
  • Spare parts, customs clearance and delivery to the vessel.
  • Fresh water supply and stores.
  • Technical assistance, arranging repairs, surveys and specialists.
  • Cash to master.

Medical assistance

  • Shore-side medical emergencies, coordinated immediately with Funchal's hospitals and clinics.
  • Pharmacy, supply of medicines and medical stores.
  • Medical disembarkation and follow-up when a crew member must stay ashore.

The JFM difference

A request at 03:00 is answered at 03:00. We are reachable 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with a maximum 24-hour response to any enquiry, and usually far faster. Our team knows who to call in Funchal, and they answer.

Request a port call

+351 291 239 003 · jfmshipping@jfmshipping.com