Wavelink Thrift

Wavelink Thrift is responsible for the administration of the Singapore Maritime Training Fund (SMTF), Seafarers’ Medical Scheme (SMS), Seafarers’ Accommodation Scheme (SAS) and Welfare & Training Endowment Fund (WTEF).

The SMTF, SMS, SAS and WTEF were established in 2003, 2006, 2016 and 2022 respectively.  Set up by the Singapore Maritime Officers’ Union (SMOU), these schemes enhance the welfare of seafaring members onboard vessels covered by SMOU Collective Bargaining Agreements.