I worked through Tenet Marine on a bulker. The agency charged a fee of one and a half months' salary, and my salary was delayed by two and a half months. Most of the crew were signed off, although the company had known from the beginning that this would happen, and I was later asked to pay another $1,000 to be sent back. The vessel was in extremely poor condition: the air conditioning did not work, the ship was rusty and unsanitary, and there were no spare parts for engine-room repairs. When I reported the situation to the office, their only response was that such things happen.
I worked through Tenet Marine on a bulker in 2020. I joined in a junior officer position for half the regular salary; the vessel was in poor condition, although it was tolerable, and I received the money after signing the contract. The joining was postponed for more than a month, and it was difficult to obtain a release from the office; I eventually left without a replacement.
I worked with Tenet Marine, and the cooperation itself was acceptable. However, the interview process was excessively demanding.
I worked through Tenet Marine and was very satisfied with the crewing service. The managers explained everything clearly, and although the vessel was not new, the salary was good and paid without delays. I worked on the vessel for 17 months.
I was offered a position through Tenet Marine. After I accepted, they told me that the company had approved me and that I could undergo a medical examination. I completed all the required medical tests, but the next day they informed me that the flag state would not issue the necessary documents. When I asked who would reimburse the cost of the medical examination, I received no response.
I want to warn all sailors not to get involved with this crewing agency. They are completely unaccountable. They personally pay the crew's salaries, and it's not the amount stated in the contract. The salaries are very low, and delays and non-payments are regular. You will have to stay on the contract for at least two to three months longer than expected.