I worked for the company as a Third Engineer. The vessels were small and the salaries were low, but the food was good and barbecues were arranged occasionally. I had no problems with salary payments, and at that time Third Engineer pay was about $2,000, while other engine officers earned roughly $1,100–1,200. During my time, the company was renewing its fleet, while crew changes were carried out only in Turkish ports.
The company had seven vessels, and salary payments were excellent. However, provisions had been weak in the previous few months, and the vessels were relatively run-down because of poor supply and cost-cutting. Crew changes were not limited to Turkish ports; I was relieved in Egypt, and other changes took place in France and elsewhere. Engine officers' salaries were around $1,100, although pay varied depending on negotiation, and the company promised to raise them.
I am currently on one of the company's vessels. The salaries are low but stable, and the provisions are average. The vessels operate mainly in the Mediterranean, sometimes reaching Portugal or England. I started with this company, and it offers opportunities for career growth.
The vessels were in poor condition and the supply situation was weak. On one vessel, we waited about three months for paint, and after the air conditioner broke at the beginning of summer, the company kept postponing service; I spent the entire contract without air conditioning. The food was reasonably good, and the current month's salary was paid in the 20s of the following month. Crew changes were prioritized in Turkey, although changes were also carried out in several European ports.