The salary was paid on time through a bank. However, I found the management primitive, the vessels were more than 25 years old, crewing was minimal, and supplies were provided only when critical.
I worked for the company on a coaster a few years ago. The salary was always paid on time. The vessel was built in 1999 and had recurring electrical and hydraulic problems despite efforts to repair it. The food was very poor, and there was no internet for the crew, only a computer on the bridge.
I worked for the company on four contracts. The vessels used to operate through pirate-risk areas with armed security, but the office later decided that security was too expensive. As a result, one vessel was hijacked in the Gulf of Guinea; pirates remained on board for more than a day, mistreated and robbed the crew, and took hostages. I left the company afterwards because I did not want to face that risk again.
I completed a contract with the company. The company had very little paperwork, which I appreciated.
I worked for the company on a vessel that had previously been damaged in the Gulf of Aden and had spent a year in a shipyard, but many problems remained. The engine had numerous defects and the hatch covers leaked. The office described conditions that differed from reality on board, crew changes were delayed, and during office visits accommodation was provided in a seamen's mission rather than a hotel. The salary was low but paid regularly.
I have been working with Sunship Schiffahrtskontor for five years on PCC vessels and have not encountered any major problems. The office is very friendly and helps with any issues, including by phone. Salaries are paid on time, there are small annual increases, and a return bonus is available.