I had three interviews with the company, and there were many promises about bonuses, saving funds, and a "new ship in the fleet". However, after four interviews, I was told that the job vacancy was removed. The moral is simple: never take promises seriously, only real offers.
I applied for a position as a second officer with XT Shipping Group and went through the interview process. Initially, everything seemed fine, but after completing the medical examination and training, I was informed that the position was no longer available. The communication from the crewing agency was poor, and they were unprofessional in handling the situation. I felt misled and disappointed with how they treated me. Be cautious if you consider working with them.
The company is mediocre. I ended up on an old container ship from 2002. The vessel is unstable and sways even when moving. Everything is old and shabby. Supplies are decent, provisions are available, and salary is paid on time, including advances. The management varies depending on the ship's manager, with a lot of paperwork and daily emails from the company. Overall, it's like anywhere else (not great for sailors). The company pays refugees $600 for accommodation if you return to them. There will be an audit soon, and everything will become clear. There are many routines to do on the bridge since the ship doesn't stay on a line. Working here is manageable, but the crew is a mix of various nationalities, which can be chaotic.