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Feed industry fears for the future of blue whiting: A call to action. In an open letter to the Norwegian Government, the North Atlantic Pelagic Advocacy Group calls upon Norway […]
Vote on the closure of 10% of fishing grounds postponed to October. The decision due to be taken on 22 May on a critical proposal affecting the EU fishing industry […]
Opening of €2.1 million National Sea Survival Training Pool to bolster safety at sea training for seafood sector. A new €2.16 million national sea survival training pool, which will enhance […]
In an unprecedented collaboration between Australia’s tuna market leader, J.R. Simplot Company’s John West brand, and the leading Pacific tuna supply chain traceability and verification company, Pacifical, a historic milestone has been achieved […]
Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) has released two new reports that show declines in the performance of key reduction fisheries for the sixth year in a row, highlighting the need for more active […]
GTA gives ‘mixed results’ verdict on tuna meeting. The 28th Indian Ocean Tuna Committee (IOTC) meeting ended with mixed results, according to the Global Tuna Alliance. While some strides were made […]
EU welcomes Indian Ocean tuna talks outcome. The EU has welcomed the important decisions reached during the 28th annual meeting of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC), which will make […]
Crucial vote on the total closure of 10% of all fishing areas. EBFA alerts on the socio-economic consequences and ask Member States to protect food sovereignty EBFA calls for a […]
Indian Ocean fisheries managers adopt strongest FAD management measure among tuna RFMOs. By Claire van der Geest and Dr. Hilario Murua IOTC Meeting Also Results in Management Procedure for Skipjack Tuna, But No Action […]
‘Pride in the Seas’ initiative showcases commitment of Scots fishers to a sustainable future. The ‘Pride in the Seas’ exhibition initiative by the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) is forming an […]
Fishing master convicted of mesh size, automatic identification system and stowage plan offences following vessel detention. The Master of a fishing vessel, Johnny Walsh, from Kinsale, County Cork, pleaded guilty at […]
European tuna freezers’ fleet hit hard by IOTC’s double standards. The Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC)’s 28th session, held from May 13th to 17th in Bangkok, Thailand, ended on a bitter note for the […]
Namibia Ocean Cluster launched. The Namibia Ocean Cluster was launched on 26 April as a legally registered non-profit entity in Namibia. The founding and associate members signed a commitment in […]
Introducing the IP-M60, the world’s first* LTE & VHF marine hybrid transceiver. Icom UK announces the launch of Icom’s latest innovation, the IP-M60 Hybrid Marine VHF/LTE radio. Designed to meet […]
New coalition demands Taiwan & Indonesia protect fishers in major migration. The historic new coalition of unions and civil society organisations launches to demand Indonesian and Taiwanese authorities protect Indonesian […]
New reports by Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP) released recently (part 2) and October 2023 (part 1) show declines in performance of key reduction fisheries for the sixth year in a […]
Sunday 12 May marked the inaugural National Fishing Remembrance Day, a new annual event dedicated to honouring those who lost their lives while working in the fishing industry. The day […]
Spanish fishing sector calls for EU support. The Spanish fishing sector, grouped in the Spanish Fishing Confederation ( CEPESCA ), believes that the European Union (EU) must decide whether in the new political […]
Cornish fishers to benefit from extra post-Brexit fishing quota. Fishermen in Cornwall are set to be the first to benefit from extra post-Brexit fishing quota as part of new trial […]
Safety support for fishers after deaths from dredge gear lifting equipment. Surveyors from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will be supporting fishing crews to stay safe at work after […]
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