Behind the Sparkle – Mental Health at Sea in the Superyacht Sector | Sea Views

Hosted by Julia Gosling and Adam Parnell, this episode explores what life at sea is really like for yacht crew — the challenges, the pressures, and the support systems that can make all the difference.

⚓ What you’ll learn:
- The true size and scope of the large yacht sector
- Why private yachts often fall outside regulatory protections
- How perceptions of glamour mask the hardships of crew life
- The role of ISWAN’s Yacht Crew Help helpline (www.iswan.org.uk/yachtcrewhelp)
- Why mental health is as critical as physical safety onboard
- How leadership and psychological safety improve crew performance

Whether you’re a junior deckhand, seasoned captain, or industry leader, this episode offers vital insight into welfare and safety in the superyacht world.

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Supported by CHIRP Maritime & The Seafarers’ Charity.
🌐 www.chirp.co.uk | www.theseafarerscharity.org

📲 Connect:
Adam Parnell (Director, CHIRP Maritime) – https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-parnell-chirp/
Julia Gosling (Host, Sea Views) – https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliaahoy/

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