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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The FISH Platform has been active and influential as an informal group of experts focusing their efforts on health and safety issues in the fishing industry. So far, it has…
Commercial fishermen in Australia are being invited to tap into their creative side and jump on board with a new video competition offering a $5000 top cash prize. ‘The Fishers…
The latest Home and Dry campaign from the Fishing Industry Safety Group (FISG) is turning the spotlight on reducing capsize incidents after the UK's worst year in the last decade…
A contract has been signed by the Icelandic Coast Guard to acquire a platform support vessel built in 2010, which will become Coast Guard vessel Freyja. Adding Freyja to the…
The MCA Code of Practice for Small Fishing Vessels (under 15 metres length overall) now includes a requirement for fishing boats to be inspected both in and out of the…
The drive to make Scotland’s fishing industry safer has had a welcome boost thanks to funding announced by the Scottish Government. The funds will be used by Seafish to continue…