That’s how much more fish could have been caught
Had fisheries management been sustainable, EU catches could have been 80 percent higher, scientists behind a new study say.
Vietnam pangasius exports target US$100 million in 2010
Vietnam pangasius industry is getting new boost as it target to earn US$100 million from the export of the species to Russia only in 2010.
Temporary closure of English whitefish fishery
Defra has authorised temporary closure of the English whitefish fishery (TR1) in the North Sea from 25 January. The closure will last until 31 January, and is in response to concerns about the UK fleet exceeding its annual allocation of days at sea.
Vopnafjördur factory on the home stretch
‘We’re on target and aim to have the factory ready for production on the 10th of February. In fact, we believe this is vital as are putting all our trust…
Fenit RNLI lifeboat goes to the aid of an injured fisherman 100 miles out to sea
On Saturday evening 23rd January 2010 Fenit RNLI lifeboat launched at 7.45pm to recover an injured fisherman from a Dutch registered trawler 100 miles west of Loop Head in Co Clare. A medical emergency so far from shore would normally require the Irish Coast Guard helicopter to launch but a heavy fog made it impossible for them to launch. Shannon Coast Guard requested the RNLI lifeboat in Fenit to launch to the aid of the injured fisherman.
Revamping Baltic Sea decision-making system
A new platform, working-name ”Baltfish”, is emerging in the EU decision-making process.
Thousands jobs provided in fish farming
Irish government has planned to provide 2,000 jobs in fish and shellfish farming, says IFA.
Fishing rules restructured into ‘sector’
National Fisheries Service has approved sector-based rules for commercial fishing in the Northeast.
Shrimpers ready for pre-sell shares to consumers
Fishermen are now getting the advantage of being a shareholder in the seasonal shrimp harvest off New Hampshire’s seacoast.
Fishing vessel registration becomes mandatory
The government of Ghana has asked the fishermen to register their fishing vessels including artisanal canoes.
