ShipManager joins Star Information Systems to accelerate the maritime industry’s transition to cloud

Star Information Systems has finalized its acquisition of ShipManager from CFARER, marking a significant step towards accelerating the maritime industry's transition to cloud-based solutions. ShipManager, a trusted fleet management solution utilized by over 80 shipping companies and supporting operations on more than 1,700 vessels worldwide, will now operate under the Star Info Systems brand.

This acquisition comes with a clear roadmap for ShipManager customers, ensuring they receive a modern cloud-based ship management solution while preserving the proven functionality and expertise that have made ShipManager a trusted platform for decades.

The combined entity will launch its first joint cloud release of ShipManager by Star Info Systems, incorporating its maintenance, procurement, Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental Risk (QHSE), and crewing modules, on December 4th, 2026. This upgrade path offers customers a secure transition from the current ShipManager Classic while opening doors for future innovations.

Bernt Lilliestråle, CEO of Star Information Systems, expressed gratitude to CFARER for selecting Star as the future home of ShipManager, emphasizing the company's commitment to providing a secure upgrade path that maintains the functionality and workflows customers rely on. Together, Star and ShipManager will continue to invest in the product, delivering a long-term roadmap built on their proven cloud platform.

Lilliestråle stated that ShipManager has earned a strong position in the maritime industry, and Star's acquisition ensures a clear path forward for its customers. The transaction represents a strategic move for Star, combining its cloud platform expertise with ShipManager's maritime domain knowledge. Looking ahead, Star is committed to accelerating the transition to ShipManager by Star Info Systems, offering customers a secure upgrade path to the cloud, ongoing product innovation, AI-enabled capabilities, and continued support from familiar teams.