Strong support for Skipper Expo Int. Bristol fisheries show in the South-West of England

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There is a strong groundswell of support in the south-west of England for the forthcoming Skipper Expo Int. Bristol commercial fisheries show, says organiser Mara Media following a highly successful visit to the area to meet representatives from all sectors of the local fishing industry.

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Rescue at Sea

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We want to share the story of a harrowing experience and dramatic rescue at sea recently, involving a tuna vessel operated by Mark and Cynthia Schneider that is part of the MSC certified WFOA fleet, which operates off the U.S. west coast. Nancy Fitzpatrick, the executive director of the Oregon Albacore Commission, provided the information to members.

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Commission announces deductions from 2013 fishing quotas

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The European Commission announced today its yearly deductions from 2013 fishing quotas. These measures concern Member states that exceeded their quotas in 2012. By doing so every year, the Commission immediately addresses the damage done to the stocks overfished in the previous year and ensures a sustainable use by Member States of common fishery resources.

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Independent Adjudicator Issues Preliminary Decision in Russia Sea of Okhotsk Pollock Fishery Remand

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Independent Adjudicator (IA) Michael Lodge, in a preliminary decision sent to the parties today and published on the Marine Stewardship Council website, will allow the conformance assessment body (CAB), Intertek Moody Marine (IMM), to submit its revised scoring rationale to peer review and comment, to address an objection filed by At-Sea Processors (APA) on the ground of procedural irregularity.

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