RISE IN WHITEFISH LANDINGS AT LERWICK

Rise in whitefish landings at Lerwick

There were 109,493 boxes of whitefish landed at Lerwick between January to June 2024, which was a 5% increase on the same six-month period last year. The pelagic sector’s autumn herring season is underway, with developments planned to encourage future landings.

There was also a 10% rise in fishing vessel arrivals.

Lerwick Port Authority Chief Executive, Captain Calum Grains, commented: “The increased activity across various sectors and the opportunities for the Shetland supply chain were outstanding features of the period. Coupled with the recently announced next phase of port developments, the performance underpins future operations.

“New capital projects will position Lerwick to enhance support for the fishing, energy and cruise sectors.”

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