SSM Grupa:

  • Split Ship Management d.o.o., od 1994. g.
  • Brodsko upravljanje d.o.o., od 1998. g.
  • POU Božić, od 2002. g.

Split Ship Management Ltd.

We entered the maritime waters on May 6, 1994.

As the birthplace of Croatian ship management, we are the only company providing crew and technical management services in this part of the Adriatic and the oldest maritime training center in the Mediterranean. With a 32-year tradition in ship management, we conduct training courses and employ seafarers.

Annually, we employ around 1,000 seafarers, including 100 cadets, and educate approximately 4,500 individuals.

Our services
SSM team 32nd anniversary wreath

Our long-standing success is owed to our SSM team, which grows every year, a fact we are extremely proud of!

We embark crew on 125 ships, and annually employ around 1,000 seafarers.

Over the years we successfully provided crew and technical management services on 115 ships worldwide!

We possess modern equipment and various simulators for the practical part of education.

In 32 years of operation, we have employed over 17,500 seafarers and trained over 67,000 participants.

As a Training Center, we offer 378 courses that are conducted on a weekly basis, on any day of the week, and they can be organized individually or for groups. We have 60 employees, 12 of whom are permanent lecturers.

Awarded with the Certificate of Excellence by The Nautical Institute, UK and IMarEST, Singapore.

First in Croatia. First in Europe. Fifth in the world.

Certificate of Excellence
Vessel COSTA cruise ship Yacht JoyMe Container vessel Tanker

Split Ship Management

On behalf of our people both ashore and at sea, we extend a warm welcome to our website.
We invite you to explore our services and business approach.
For any inquiries, we are at your service—ready to provide all necessary information.

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NEW!

Introducing our new course – Bullying and Sexual Harassment Awareness at Sea

The course duration is 3 hours. Available online or on-site.

Supplement to Basic Safety Training

Bullying and Sexual Harassment Awareness at Sea

In accordance with STCW Code A-VI/1-4, amendments adopted by MSC.560(108).

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NEW!

Introducing our new course on COLREG at the SSM Training Center.

The course duration is 5 days, with 3 days dedicated to theory and 2 days to practical exercises.

What sets us apart?

COLLISION REGULATION – COLREG.

No fixed time limit for training on COLLISION REGULATION – COLREG. We ensure candidates master the exercises, aligning with the teaching topics of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea – 1972, amended in 2018. Explore every corner of our training center and our yachts!

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Take a look at every corner of our training centre and our yachts!

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Bridge simulator at the SSM training centre

Courses for seafarers

Apply for courses in our seafarer training centre. Our bridge and engine simulators are among the best in this part of Europe.

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Engine room simulator at the SSM training centre

Ship embarkation

Our maritime agency in Split arranges seafarer embarkation on ships, cruise ships, LPG carriers, passenger vessels, cargo vessels, and more. If you want to join a ship and are looking for work on board as a seafarer, check our open positions for seafarers and hotel staff!

Jobs on board

Looking for job on board?

Split Ship Management – Employment and Ship Embarkation

Download our job application for embarkation on board and send it to ssm-personnel@ssm.hr. We kindly ask you to pay special attention to the first page of the application, where by ticking the box at the bottom of the page you provide consent for using your data (in compliance with the GDPR regulation on personal data protection came into force on 25 May 2018).

Otherwise, we will not be able to receive or use your application and data.

Why Choose SSM Maritime Training Centre for Seafarer Training?

We are one of the three oldest Training Centres for seafarer training in Europe, and the oldest training centre in the Mediterranean.

We were among the first companies in Croatia to be involved in Crewing and Technical Management at all. In 2025 alone, we trained a total of 4,269 candidates and held 1,030 courses, to mutual satisfaction.

The total number of courses we offer has grown to 378, and that number keeps rising day by day, thanks to the adjustments we make in line with the needs of the maritime market and our constant monitoring of global shipping trends.

Open University Božić

Open University Božić was founded in Split, and offers participants the opportunity for re-qualification, training, and advancement in various professions, followed by employment prospects. The School holds all relevant approvals from the Ministry of Science, Education and Sport, and the Ministry of the Sea, Transport and Infrastructure. The School’s main objective is to contribute to the intellectual, social, and overall development of the community in which it operates, by providing high-quality educational services, developing the concept of lifelong learning as a personal lifestyle, and creating new employment opportunities for our participants.

A particular advantage of Open University Božić is that, after completing re-qualification and/or additional programmes, we offer our participants the opportunity for employment. The School operates as part of the SSM Group, and in cooperation with the Seafarer Employment Agency, offers employment on board ships.

The programmes we offer are aligned with market needs, and our main objective is to help participants find employment, providing multiple benefits from attending the desired programme.

If you are interested in our programmes and re-qualification programmes, please contact us at: Tel: +385 21 558 519
Email: admin@uciliste-bozic.hr
Web: www.poubozic.com

We take great pride in introducing our motorboat dedicated to the practical training of seafarers.

Yacht where candidates have a practical part of the course.

Boat Skipper Category C

This yacht serves as the hands-on training platform for candidates pursuing the Boat Skipper Category C course. Our training is conducted in strict adherence to the requirements outlined in Article 53 of the Regulations for Boats and Yachts (National Gazette NN #57/2006).

Yacht Master Category B (up to 500 GT)

The Yacht Master Category B (up to 500 GT) course is conducted in accordance with the requirements outlined in Article 55 of the Regulations for Boats and Yachts.

Yacht Master Category A (up to 100 GT)

The Yacht Master Category A (up to 100 GT) course equips trainees with comprehensive skills to confidently handle and command yachts of up to 100 GT. The acquired license is versatile, unrestricted by the yacht’s purpose or navigation area.

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You Achieve Outstanding Results With Us

Split Ship Management, with its expertise and quality of service, enables you to achieve your professional goals.

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Explore Our Services

With its growth and development, Split Ship Management has introduced additional services to its business, which we list here. More detailed descriptions can be found on the individual pages.

Consulting services

Split Ship Management takes on consulting work on projects across various parts of the maritime industry!

Cargo transport

Our specialised team will complete the job in the shortest possible time, in accordance with all your requirements.

Maritime agency

In cooperation with our other departments, we offer our clients top-quality services at the most competitive prices!

Crew and Technical Management

Split Ship Management provides support to clients through technical and crew management leadership, formed by teams of Personnel Officers and Ship Superintendents, managed by Fleet Managers with extensive maritime experience. Further support is provided by other departments such as the Quality & Safety Department, the Finance & Accounting Department, the Seafarers Training Centre, and the Travel Agency.

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Technical and crew management

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Latest news

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Cooperation with PJP Marine Service

Split Ship Management, Your Proud Partner

In collaboration with PJP Marine Services, we excel in technical management, crewing, new building, dry docking, conversion, inspection, and legal advice.