Seamanship & Human Performance

FirstShift intelligence on offshore seamanship, safety, fatigue, nutrition, watchkeeping, decision-making and human performance at sea.

Real food at sea, is it possible?

With the RORC Round Britain and Ireland race just a few weeks away this is a timely overview about food onboard, first published in May 2026.

Stuart Greenfield

14 min read

Why your watch system is the one easy fix you may have missed

Stuart Greenfield

16 min read

It's used and abused but is it always safe?

Stuart Greenfield

6 min read

How to Beat Seasickness and Fatigue in Offshore Racing

Stuart Greenfield

4 min read