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Sustainably caught Disco Scallops™ are on the menu after British marine scientists made the dazzling discovery that the shellfish can be caught using pots equipped with flashing LED lights – […]
Alaskans oppose trawling ban in Prince William Sound. Alaska Pollock Fishery Alliance applauds unified effort to support Prince William Sound fisheries At last week’s Alaska Board of Fisheries meeting, an […]
Collision between Guiding Light and Guiding Star resulting in the flooding and sinking of Guiding Star, 33 nautical miles south-east of Fair Isle, Scotland on 6 October 2022 – MAIB […]
Falmouth hosts first UK Bluefin Tuna Championship. The inaugural UK Bluefin Tuna Championship was held in Falmouth this weekend (September 28 & 29). The event was the first ever catch-and-release […]
Scottish fishers successfully trial innovative fishing gear to prevent whale entanglement in ropes. Minke whale entanglements could reduce by 80% says study A breakthrough collaborative project with creel fishers has successfully […]
Industry body urges Scottish Government to ‘rebalance the green agenda’ SCOTLAND’S foremost fishermen’s body has challenged John Swinney, expected to become Scotland’s new First Minister, to “right the wrongs” of […]
Report underlines crucial role of fishing to incoming First Minister. Industry body urges Scottish Government to ‘rebalance the green agenda’. Scotland’s foremost fishermen’s body has challenged John Swinney, Scotland’s new […]
Whilst the Scottish Government has shelved its controversial Highly Protected Marine Area (HPMA) plan following protests from the fishing sector and others, there is still concern in Scottish coastal communities […]
Inshore sector a key strength of Shetland fleet. A key strength of the Shetland fishing industry is the broad mix of boats working different fisheries – and no more so […]
Scampi sustainability a major priority for industry, says Seafish. Claims that Nephrops fisheries are environmentally damaging ‘misleading’ Seafish, the public body that supports the UK seafood industry, has responded to recent […]
Outer Hebrides creel limitation pilot: research and evaluation. The findings of a survey have been released on the operational implications and socio-economic impacts of the Outer Hebrides Creel Limitation Pilot […]
UK’S ultimate sea views revealed! National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its eleventh annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s […]
Anti-fishing group report on stocks a ‘naïve assessment’ says the chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation on their website Responding to the latest misleading attack on the state of […]
SeaFest Peterhead hailed roaring success as thousands descend upon the Blue Toon and organisers reveal event’s return Thousands of people came out in force to support Peterhead’s latest seafood festival […]
National charity competition still on lookout for best sea view. National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, is once again on the lookout for photographers to submit their favourite images […]
National charity competition on lookout for best sea view. National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, is once again on the lookout for photographers to submit their favourite images of […]
Call for end of ‘exploitation’ of migrant fishing labour The International Transport Workers’ Federation’s (ITF) says The Financial Times is reporting on the latest ‘shocking story emanating from the UK fishing industry, affecting crew […]
New conservation zones jeopardise Orkney seafood sector. Orkney’s seafood sector has united against Scottish government conservation proposals that could threaten the future of critical coastal businesses and the communities they […]
The important role blue whiting can play in global food security. This article by Ian Gatt, chairman Scottish Pelagic Sustainability Group, was published in The Scotsman on 16 February, 2023. […]
UK fishers highlight displacement crisis for fishing industry. Committee Room 9 in the Palace of Westminster recently saw the parliamentary launch of the ABPmer report, commissioned by the NFFO and […]
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