Weakening NoK boosts export values
The export values of Norwegian seafood totalled NoK 13 billion in July this year, despite falling sales of cod but with record prices for herring and strong mackerel sales. ‘The…
Seafood truck makes waves thanks to €63,000 investment
A popular Connemara seafood truck is planning to make serious waves this summer thanks to a €63,000 investment supported by Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM). Kim Young and Reinaldo Seco, the…
Bluefront launches second seafood investment fund
Seafood investor Bluefront Equity is launching its second investment fund and has already secured USD 50 million for sustainable seafood investments, including commitment from one of the world’s most renowned…
Peru devours fish during holy week
The week of Easter sees a surge in fish consumption in Peru, and this year Peruvians bought 8500 tonnes of seafood. That’s a 5% increase on the figure for the…
Danish innovation at Seafood Processing Global
The Pavilion of Denmark promises to be buzzing with activity, new exhibitors and exciting product launches at Seafood Processing Global 2024, as 36 Danish companies join together to showcase their…
New research gives a deep dive on Scottish seafood’s performance
Like many other sectors, the seafood market across the UK has been hit hard by inflation and a resultant decline in volume sales. Despite this, frozen fish sales have shown…
North America’s leading seafood event opens in Boston
With 1210 companies from 49 countries exhibiting, Seafood North America has opened in Boston, occupying 5% more space than last year. ‘The success of this year’s edition demonstrates the value…
Industry welcomes EU deal to ban forced labour products
The European Union has reached a provisional deal on a regulation prohibiting products made in violation of human and workers' rights on the EU market – including seafood. Around 27.6…
Weak currency continues to drive Norway’s strong seafood exports
The weakness of the NoK, combined with high prices for salmon have pushed Norwegian seafood exports to a value of NoK13.3 billion in Janaury this year – a 5% increase…
Revamped EU rules in force
The European Union’s new fisheries control system came into force this week. This aims to digitise every aspect of seafood’s journey from the deck of a fishing vessel to a…
