CRABNORWAY
fishing industry
An independent project sharing real experience and knowledge from inside the Norwegian crab fishing industry
Built on firsthand experience - from fishing vessel entry level in Africa and Nederland to work on Norwegian fishing and crab boats. More than 6 years of experience.
No abstract advice. Only real information about work conditions and what to expect at sea.
Direct guidance from someone who has been through this path and understands its challenges.
For years, we've been documenting
real life and work within the Norwegian crab fishing industry
We focus on practical knowledge, firsthand experience and honest insight gained through years of working at sea - from the first contracts to real offshore conditions on Norwegian vessels.
Alongside articles and interviews, we provide education and personal guidance for those who want to enter the industry prepared, avoid common mistakes and understand what this work really requires.
Pricing for every dive adventure
- - 1000+ verified employer contacts (Norway, Denmark, UK, Europe)
- - No middlemen, no fake listings - direct company contacts only
- - Full database access (apply independently)
Ideal for: People ready to take action and apply on their own
- - Step-by-step guidance from 'I do not know where to start' to sending CVs
- - 1000+ employer contacts + training on how to find new companies yourself
- - Professional CV tailored for fishing, crab, and offshore jobs
- - Guidance on how to communicate with employers
- - Personal support from me (calls + messages)
- - Private community access (people already working in Norway)
- - 4 group Zoom calls + weekly reviews and strategy adjustments
Ideal for: Those who want full guidance, feedback, and faster results
Bogdan, with no experience, ended up as a crab fisherman.
Every year, dozens of young people with no maritime experience come to work on Norwegian crab boats. Some have previously worked in construction, some in factories, and some were simply looking for an opportunity to earn good money and a change of scenery. And almost all of them manage to cope.
I dreamed of becoming a dentist. I became a mechanic. I don't regret it one bit!
🔧 Interview with a mechanic: life in the engine room The hero is Vlad, 22, third mechanic on a tanker that transports orange juice 🍊
Vova's journey: from Kherson to the shores of Norway
My name is Vladimir, I am 32 years old, and I was born and raised in Kherson. My life in three words: “There is something to remember, but nothing to tell my children.”
Frequently asked
questions
Everything you need to know about crab fishing in Norway
Who can apply for this job?
Anyone who completes a safety course and passes a medical examination.