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Factory trawler Vigri is landing 550 tonnes of mixed fish in Rekjavík

Mixed fish trip for Vigri

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Brim's factory trawler Vigri is alongside in Reykjavík harbour, docking last night and took fuel on board right away, and discharging began early yesterday morning. Vigri has 550 tonnes of…

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Read more about the article Smart Net Management focus
Representatives from two EU funded projects, Blue Circular Economy and Circular Seas, tasked with creating opportunities for end of life fishing gear, also attended the workshop in Castletownbere. Image: BIM

Smart Net Management focus

Ireland’s seafood development agency Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) and the Irish South and West Fishermen’s Producers Organisation (ISWFPO) has co-hosted a net management workshop in Castletownbere, West Cork. The aim…

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Read more about the article Conflicted Norwegian policy on selective shrimp gear
There are big Norwegian policy on the use of selectivity devices in shrimp fisheries for home and international waters. Image: NOAA

Conflicted Norwegian policy on selective shrimp gear

Issues close to home, a fudged report and a policy designed to deter outsiders are the highlights of a complex situation in which the Norwegian authorities appear to be pursuing…

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Read more about the article €40 million to boost sustainable fisheries in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific
ACP-EU-FAO initiative is to invest in value chains that stimulate inclusive growth, bolster food security and minimise impacts on the marine environment. Image: FAO

€40 million to boost sustainable fisheries in Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific

The EU, the African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States (ACP) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have signed a €40 million, five-year programme (FISH4ACP) to…

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Read more about the article Nueva Pescanova consolidates its position, meeting UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Nueva Pescanova Group has topped the Seafood Stewardship Index (SSI) launched by World Benchmarking Alliance. Image: Nueva Pescanova

Nueva Pescanova consolidates its position, meeting UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The Nueva Pescanova Group has been recognised as the world's top fishing company for its commitment to meet the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ranks fifth in the overall…

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Read more about the article EU and the Seychelles reach new Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement
The EU/Seychelles SPA is the most important tuna agreement in place for the EU both in financial terms and in terms of fishing opportunities. Image: OPAGAC

EU and the Seychelles reach new Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement

The EU and the Seychelles have concluded negotiations for a new Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement (SFPA) and a new protocol that will strengthen their co-operation in fisheries for the next…

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