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Netherlands & Inland waterways

JoinNetherlands & Inland waterways

The Netherlands has an extensive network of inland waterways, lakes and coastal areas. Ideal for skippers who want to work close to home with varied requests year-round.

Sailing areasNetherlands & Inland waterways

IJsselmeer & Markermeer
Frisian lakes
Wadden Sea
Zeeland waters
Border lakes
Amsterdam canals
Rhine & Meuse

Why join the Swelb network?

Earn flexibly, worldwide

Choose which requests you accept. Set your own price and availability — from local transports to transatlantic crossings.

Professional maritime standard

Swelb looks for RYA Yachtmaster- or MCA Master-level or equivalent professional maritime qualifications, including MCA/STCW or comparable commercial backgrounds, then personally reviews each application.

Get started right away

After approval, you immediately receive requests matching your experience and sailing area. Respond quickly and grab the best jobs.

How to join Swelb

1

Apply via our registration assistant — takes just 2 minutes

2

Receive login credentials by email and complete your profile

3

The Swelb team personally reviews your application, certificates and experience

4

After approval, you immediately receive requests in your sailing area

5

Respond to requests, make an offer, and get started!

Ready to get started?

Apply for the Netherlands & Inland waterways network and receive requests once your profile is approved.

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