UK ratifies IMO Cape Town Agreement
The Coalition for Fisheries Transparency (CFT) has welcomed the UK’s ratification of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Cape Town Agreement, a major ocean treaty which will protect fisher safety at…
25 Years of FishSAFE
FishSAFE fundamentally improved safety for fishermen working in the challenging environment of the UK Continental Shelf when it was introduced – and now FLTC, along with SFF, NFFO and Seafish,…
FISH Platform granted NGO Status at IMO
For the first time, a body representing the fishing sector has been granted NGO status at the International Maritime Organisation. The application by the FISH Platform has been formally accepted…
Landsþing Slysavarnafélagsins Landsbjargar 2025
Safety at Sea veteran honoured
Iceland’s lifesaving association Ice-Sar recently held its annual congress, and the opportunity was taken to present Hilmar Snorrason, who has for thirty years worked steadfastly on safety issues for seafarers,…
Minister orders inspections of all fishing vessels
Following the loss after a fire on board of Sea Harvest fishing vessel Armana, South Africa’s Minister for Transport Barbara Creecy has instructed the board chair of South African Maritime…
Useless unless worn
Great efforts have been made by all to produce meaningful, practical projects and help develop wearable floatation equipment in conjunction with fishermen and the manufacturers of floatation equipment,, according to…
Inquiry highlights training shortfall in trawler sinking
The investigation into the sinking of Atlantic Destiny on 2nd March 2021 has raised concerns about the insufficient crew knowledge on how to properly use the carbon dioxide (CO2) fixed…
Fund for Fishing Safety announces first funding round
Announced at the International Fishing Industry Safety and Health (IFISH6) Conference 2024, held at the UN FAO in Rome, funding is now available for organisations focussed on reducing accidents and…
Quiksling proves its worth
The Quiksling retrieval device developed by George West proved its worth last summer when one of the crew of Scottish trawler Sparkling Star was caught in the gear when shooting…
Milestone conference focuses on sustainable fisheries training
The From Waves to Wisdom: Empowering Fishers through Sustainable Fisheries Training Conference, held on 21st September has been a resounding success in fostering dialogue and promoting sustainable practices within the…
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