About FirstWatch
About FirstWatchFirstWatch is a Northern Ireland-based offshore support company providing specialist vessel services to the offshore energy, utilities, renewables, and marine infrastructure sectors.
Reliable Offshore Protection
Built on extensive maritime experience and a practical understanding of offshore operations, the company combines highly experienced crews with modern reporting technology to deliver safe, responsive, and professional offshore support services.
Led by experienced offshore personnel and master mariners, FirstWatch focuses on operational reliability, safety, communication clarity, and efficient project delivery. Our approach combines traditional offshore expertise with modern monitoring and reporting systems that improve visibility, coordination, and decision-making across offshore projects.
The company has access to a versatile fleet of certified vessels suitable for guard, chase, survey, and offshore support operations across a wide range of project environments.
Fleet Overview
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GV Vellee
Call Sign: 2BPR5
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Northern Star FR 55
Call Sign: MAQD7
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GV Karima
Call Sign: MXQQ5
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Benaiah IV
Call Sign: ZNQH2
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Onward
Call Sign: 2DOB3
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Unity
Call Sign: 2AHV8
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Willing Lad
Call Sign: 2DBS2
Our Director
Wayne Sloan
Director / Offshore ManagerWayne Sloan brings decades of hands-on maritime and offshore experience to First Watch Offshore Solutions. As Director and Offshore Manager, Wayne has built his career working across the fishing, marine, and offshore sectors, developing a strong reputation for operational leadership, safety management, and delivering reliable offshore support services.
With extensive experience managing offshore vessel operations, Wayne has worked closely with clients across offshore energy, subsea infrastructure, survey, and marine construction projects throughout the UK and Ireland. His practical understanding of both the commercial fishing industry and offshore project environments gives First Watch a unique perspective when supporting operations in complex marine settings.
Wayne’s focus is centred on safety, professionalism, and clear communication, ensuring every project is supported by experienced crews, dependable vessels, and responsive operational oversight. Under his leadership, First Watch has evolved into a modern offshore solutions provider, combining traditional maritime expertise with advanced monitoring and reporting technologies to support the growing demands of the offshore energy sector.
Driven by a commitment to delivering high standards and building long-term client relationships, Wayne continues to lead First Watch with a clear vision: providing trusted offshore support solutions that keep projects moving safely, efficiently, and with confidence.
Certified Standards
Contact Us
Whether you are planning a new offshore project or require immediate vessel support, FirstWatch is ready to help. Our team can provide responsive offshore solutions tailored to your operational requirements, backed by experienced crews, certified vessels, and intelligent reporting systems.