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UK scientists back global call to protect ocean ahead of UN Ocean Conference, new survey reveals Ocean biodiversity at a tipping point, but innovation and sustainable fishing offer hope, with […]
National charity launches household appliance fund to support UK fishing & maritime communities. National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced a new Household Appliance Fund, aiming to improve […]
Spaniards want small-scale fishers to have more access to fishing, poll reveals. As Spain prepares to launch public consultation on fishing quota allocation, Oceana calls for overhaul of current system Small-scale […]
Seafood Task Force holds Indonesia Summit on protecting migrant tuna fishers. The Seafood Task Force (STF) has held a four-day summit in Indonesia to discuss how to protect migrant fishers working on […]
Europêche welcomes landmark arbitration ruling on EU-UK Sandeel case Europêche welcomes the final ruling of the Arbitration Tribunal established under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) concerning the sandeel […]
Marine Biological Association calls for urgent policy action to reverse decline in UK fisheries. A major new study co-authored by the Marine Biological Association (MBA) has issued a stark warning that the UK […]
Fishing for Litter: KIMO UK. Supporting the fishing industry in removing litter from the sea while promoting sustainable waste management practices. Project details Fishing for Litter is a voluntary initiative that […]
New trial awards quota to fishers delivering sustainability and growth. UK fishers demonstrating environmental, social, and economic benefits from quota use are being awarded additional quota this week The 2025 […]
UK announces temporary closure of queen scallop fishery to protect stocks. The Marine Management Organisation (MMO), in collaboration with UK fisheries administrations, has announced a temporary closure of queen scallop fishing […]
Artisanal fishers are almost as accurate as satellites in producing environmental data, study shows. Artisanal fishers can be almost as accurate as satellite data when it comes to their awareness of […]
Shoreham Port unveils newly refurbished Fishersgate Marina. Following significant investment, the inshore fishing marina has reopened this January, offering fantastic facilities for fishers with vessels up to 15m in length. The […]
Europeche and ETF urge new policy direction to secure “Fishers of the Future.” The Chair of the EU Social Dialogue Committee for Sea Fisheries[1], Cor Blonk, addressed the pressing challenges and […]
More than 32 000 fishers in Kenya and Thailand supported by Stella Maris thanks to IFFS grants. On World Fisheries Day global maritime network Stella Maris is pleased to announce […]
Claw band that cracked open the lobster market wins at MSC UK Awards 2024. The forward-thinking initiative of a Jersey lobster fisherman and a collaborative group of Cornish sardine fishers […]
How small-scale fishers in Indonesia are revolutionising ice production and reducing their carbon footprint, using the sun’s power to produce ice. Celebrating a New Chapter in Kawa’s Fisheries Sector The […]
Corrections to UK Sea Fisheries Statistics The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has published corrections to the UK Sea Fisheries Statistics. This follows an investigation into the fisheries landing data MMO […]
Landmark Project UK report showcases seven years of collaboration to improve sustainable fishing practices in UK seas. MSC certification status gained for North Sea plaice. North Sea lemon sole fishery […]
UK Fisheries calls for fair settlement for distant water opportunities. UK distant water operator UK Fisheries Ltd has renewed its call for ‘fair settlement’ from the UK Government to support […]
Low impact fishers criticise Baltic Sea proposals. “Incomprehensible and not fit for purpose” is how the Low Impact Fishers of Europe group (LIFE) describes the EC’s proposal on Baltic Sea […]
Scots pelagic fishers committed to reducing carbon emissions. In this article, Ian Gatt CBE, chief executive Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association, outlines some of the work by the Scottish pelagic industry […]
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