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• Superyacht Safety Culture, Reporting & CHIRP

  Send us a text🚨 What really happens when yacht crew report incidents, and how many lives has CHIRP already helped save?In this episode of Sea Views, host Julia Gosling sits down with Paul Shepherd, Chair of the CHIRP Superyacht Board, to unpack how confidential incident reporting is reshaping safety culture across the superyacht industry. From near misses and falls from height to lithium battery fires, manning levels and harassment on board, this is a straight talking look at what is really happening at sea and what must change.Paul explains how CHIRP’s Confidential Hazardous Incident Reporting Programme works in practice, why anonymity is non negotiable, and how reports are turned into practical safety lessons that captains, management companies and crew can use immediately. He also digs into the regulatory gap between private and commercial superyachts, and why minimum safe manning is no longer enough for today’s dual season, high intensity programs.✅ In this episode you will learn:How CHIRP’s confidential superyacht reporting system actually works from first contact to published lessonWhy near misses are "accidents that did not happen" and how they can prevent the next fatalityThe real risk behind work aloft on wet, sloping decks and why flags are now pushing backEmerging technical dangers, including engine start battery explosions and lithium ion battery firesHow crew welfare, hours of rest, manning levels and cabin conditions link directly to safety on boardWhere harassment and abuse fit into the safety picture and how CHIRP and ISWAN work togetherWhy the regulatory divide between private and commercial superyachts is no longer defensibleWhat a "minimum operational safe manning" model could look like for busy charter and dual season yachtsHow captains, managers and owners can use honest reporting as a mark of professionalism, not weaknessPaul’s direct appeal to yacht crew worldwide to share their own stories and help drive industry change💬 Join the conversation:Do you have a near miss story or a lesson learned that others could benefit from, even if it happened years ago? You can message us about what you believe most needs to change in superyacht safety culture and reporting.📣 How to report to CHIRP:If you are yacht crew and want to share a safety concern, incident or near miss confidentially, visit the CHIRP Maritime website or app. Reports can be made by phone, email or online, and your identity is fully protected at every stage.🌐 Website: https://chirp.co.uk/maritime/📧 Email: [email protected]☎️ Phone (UK): +44 20 4534 2881🎙️ Host: Julia Gosling | Sea Views Podcast👤 Guest: Paul Shepherd | Chair, CHIRP Superyacht BoardNEWS! If you love listening to us....you can also watch Sea Views episodes on YouTube. CHIRPImproving safety at sea worldwide through the confidential and independent reporting programme.Make an incident report to CHIRP Maritime hereThe Seafarers' CharityImproving the lives of seafarers and their families for more than 105 years. by Ahoy Communications Ltd

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• Bulk Carriers & Maritime Safety Culture

  Send us a textBulk Carriers: The Hidden Work Horses of The SeaIn this episode of Sea Views, hosts Julia Gosling and Adam Parnell speak with Matt Shirley (CEO, Safe Harbours Australia) and Marco Blanco (CFO, Safe Harbours Australia) - veteran maritime pilots leading a consultancy that’s reshaping the standards of bridge team management and port safety worldwide.What we cover:Why bulk carriers are the “workhorses of the sea” and how Australia became their global hubHow Safe Harbours Australia trains bridge teams for high-stakes decision-makingWhat the Ships of Shame era taught the world about maritime accountabilityHow communication and leadership directly impact safety cultureWhy treating crews as assets and not commodities drives operational excellenceAbout Safe Harbours AustraliaWith over 140 years of combined commercial shipping experience and 70 years as qualified marine pilots, Safe Harbours Australia delivers independent consultancy, peer reviews, operational assessments, and advanced Bridge Team Management Training. Their expertise covers pilotage safety systems, simulator facilitation, incident investigation, and autonomous shipping design.🔗 www.safeharbours.com.auHostsJulia Gosling, Host, Sea Views  https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliaahoy/Adam Parnell, Director, CHIRP Maritime  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-parnell-chirp/GuestsMatt Shirley, CEO, Safe Harbours Australia  https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-shirley-0435a8206/Marco Blanco, CFO, Safe Harbours Australia  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-blanco-837b4a192/NEWS! If you love listening to us....you can also watch Sea Views episodes on YouTube. CHIRPImproving safety at sea worldwide through the confidential and independent reporting programme.Make an incident report to CHIRP Maritime hereThe Seafarers' CharityImproving the lives of seafarers and their families for more than 105 years. by Ahoy Communications Ltd

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• Sailing in the Shadows: The Hidden Tanker Trade

  Send us a textShadow Fleet Exposed: Risks to Environment, Trade and Seafarers In this episode of Sea Views, we uncover the murky world of the Shadow Fleet - hundreds of aging tankers trading sanctioned oil under layers of secrecy and deception. With falsified registries, spoofed signals, and uninsured operations, these vessels operate beyond the reach of international law, posing enormous risks to the environment, global security, and above all, the seafarers who crew them.Joining us is Michelle Wiese Bockmann, Senior Maritime Intelligence Analyst at Windward, who explains how the Shadow Fleet has expanded since the Russia–Ukraine conflict, why these ships are a looming environmental and humanitarian crisis, and how technology is beginning to shine a light on their hidden movements.At the heart of this issue are people - thousands of crew working in unsafe and unregulated conditions. NEWS! If you love listening to us....you can also watch Sea Views episodes on YouTube. CHIRPImproving safety at sea worldwide through the confidential and independent reporting programme.Make an incident report to CHIRP Maritime hereThe Seafarers' CharityImproving the lives of seafarers and their families for more than 105 years. by Ahoy Communications Ltd

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• Behind the Sparkle: Mental Health at Sea in the Superyacht Sector

  Send us a textGuests:Captain Brendan O’Shannassy – Superyacht Captain and maritime safety advocateLaura Beard – Welfare of Yacht Crew Project Manager, International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN)“Mental health is health. It’s just the same.”  Brendan O’ShannassyHosts:Julia Gosling – Host, Sea Views PodcastAdam Parnell – Director, CHIRP MaritimeEpisode Summary:In this powerful and practical episode of Sea Views, we explore the vital topic of mental health and welfare in the yacht crew sector.Julia and Adam are joined by returning guest Captain Brendan O’Shannassy and ISWAN’s Laura Beard to discuss the unique pressures faced by superyacht crew, and how industry-wide change can make life at sea safer and more sustainable for everyone on board.“There’s no judgment on YachtCrewHelp - we’re here for any crew, at any rank.” Laura BeardBrendan reflects on leadership, fatigue, and the silent strain of command, while Laura shares insights from ISWAN’s helpline Yacht Crew Help, including why many yacht crew don’t initially see themselves as seafarers—and what’s being done to change that.Key Topics:What defines the large yacht sector and who’s working in itHow mental health is deeply linked to crew safety and performanceWhy perception of the “glamorous” yacht lifestyle often hides the challengesCommon issues reported to YachtCrewHelp and how the service respondsThe importance of psychological safety, empathy, and leadership onboardAwareness campaigns and support for crew at all ranks, from junior to captainResources Mentioned:YachtCrewHelp (ISWAN): www.iswan.org.uk/yachtcrewhelp/A free, 24/7 confidential helpline for all yacht crew, worldwide.Edited by powwowpodcasts.comNEWS! If you love listening to us....you can also watch Sea Views episodes on YouTube. CHIRPImproving safety at sea worldwide through the confidential and independent reporting programme.Make an incident report to CHIRP Maritime hereThe Seafarers' CharityImproving the lives of seafarers and their families for more than 105 years. by Ahoy Communications Ltd

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• Different Minds, Stronger Crews: Embracing Neurodiversity at Sea

  Send us a textIn this compelling episode of Sea Views, Julia and Adam sit down with Daniel Smith, founder of the charity NeurodiversAtSea, to explore what neurodiversity really means in the maritime world—and why it's time the industry took notice.Together, they unpack:What neurodiversity is and why it mattersHow life at sea can both challenge and empower neurodivergent individualsThe business case for neurodiversity—productivity, innovation, and retentionThe realities of recruitment and how small changes can open big doorsDaniel’s personal journey and what inspired him to launch NeurodiversAtSeaWhether you're in HR, onboard, or in the boardroom, this episode will make you rethink how your teams work—and what untapped talent might already be on your radar.Key TakeawaysNeurodiversity isn’t a “nice to have”—it’s a competitive advantage.Simple changes to recruitment and workplace culture can create space for exceptional talent.The maritime sector is uniquely placed to lead the way in inclusive employment at sea.About Our GuestDaniel Smith is the founder of NeurodiversAtSea, a charity dedicated to raising awareness of neurodiversity within the maritime sector and supporting neurodivergent individuals in their careers at sea. A passionate advocate with lived experience, Daniel is committed to reshaping the future of maritime workplaces—one conversation at a time.Resources & LinksLearn more about NeurodiversAtSea:LINKNeurodiversAtSea partnered with Seafarers Hospital Society and The Seafarers' Charity to offer grants for UK based seafarers to access assessments for a range of conditions.  Find out more at LINK or email [email protected] Views podcast by Ahoy Communications Ltd and editing by powowpodcasts.com NEWS! If you love listening to us....you can also watch Sea Views episodes on YouTube. CHIRPImproving safety at sea worldwide through the confidential and independent reporting programme.Make an incident report to CHIRP Maritime hereThe Seafarers' CharityImproving the lives of seafarers and their families for more than 105 years. by Ahoy Communications Ltd

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