The Norwegian fleet’s fishery for beaked redfish (Sebastes mentella) and Greenland halibut (Reinhardtius hippoglossoides) has been certified to the MSC standard for sustainable fishing. Both fisheries were independently certified by…
One of the key centres for pelagic landings, the Westman Islands has just received its first landing of capelin for this season. With a relatively limited quota, fishing company VSV…
Síldarvinnslan’s capelin production has been working round the clock as pelagic vessels have been able to get to sea between bouts of heavy weather that have interrupted fishing. The plant…
Larsnes Mek Verksted has contracted to build a unique vessel capable of operating as a fishing vessel for whitefish as well as a fish carrier for the aquaculture sector. The…
A new initiative by Australian fishing company Austral Fisheries, the Austral Academy sets out to connect young Australians with the many exciting opportunities, pathways, and professional careers available in the…
Belgian-flagged beamer Sylvia Mary Z-525 was lost earlier today south of Porthgwarra. A distress call was responded to by the Sennen Cove lifeboat and a Coastguard helicopter was also deployed…
After its strong post-Covid return to buoyant activity in 2021, the trends at the port of Lorient for 2022 are cause for concern. The auction at Brittany’s premier fishing port…
Vessel operators’ federation SFS and seamen’s unions have reached terms for the coming ten years. This agreement comes after a long period with no agreement in place. On behalf of…
With negotiations between Norway and the European Union entering a fifth round of talks, Irish industry figures have slammed Norway’s aggressive position, accusing it of demanding unrestricted access to Irish…
The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has bolstered its board with a trio of new appointments representing three of Scotland’s major salmon producers. Joining the innovation centre’s board are Anne…