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Ministers and industry leaders met to sign the accord aiming to reduce the seafood industry’s emissions. Image: Government of Iceland

Iceland aims for higher values, lower emissions

Iceland’s government and industry have pledged to work towards co-operation aimed at increasing demand for Icelandic seafood, while reducing the industry’s emissions footprint, with a new agreement signed by minister…

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Read more about the article 42% emissions reduction with new technology
The LNG-powered, Skipsteknisk-designed Selvåg Senior is expected to make significant reductions in emissions compared to a conventional fishing vessel. Image: Skipsteknisk

42% emissions reduction with new technology

A new pelagic vessel for Norwegian owners is predicted to be placed in the lead in minimising emissions when it is delivered to owners Selvåg Senior AS in 2023. The…

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Read more about the article Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI) appoints new chair
Dr. Valeria Merino becomes chair of FiTI for an initial term of three years, starting on the 1st January, and taking over from founding chair Dr. Peter Eigen. Image: FiTI

Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI) appoints new chair

The International Board of the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI) has appointed Dr. Valeria Merino as the 2nd Chair of the FiTI. She will serve for an initial term of three…

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Read more about the article Ocean sustainability calls for more money and brains
FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu speaking at the Our Ocean Conference in Oslo

Ocean sustainability calls for more money and brains

At the Our Ocean Conference, FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu has urged reversing a ‘dangerous sustainability divide’ in fisheries management. Serious investments in ocean sustainability will increase the amount of fish…

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