UK’s ultimate sea views revealed! National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its eighth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the […]
Seaweed as an effective immunotherapy to fight COVID-19, suggested by India’s ICAR-CIFT publication and recognised by WHO. The marine environment is a natural habitat for a wide variety of living organisms […]
Aberdeen city placed back in lockdown. Aberdeen city has been put back on lockdown following a spike in coronavirus cases. Hospitality venues – including pubs, cafes and restaurants – have […]
Shellfish group makes progress despite COVID-19. The Shellfish Industry Advisory Group established in November last year has made substantial progress, despite the crisis in the shellfish markets caused by the […]
Impact of Covid-19 on UK seafood processors explored in major industry survey. A major survey is underway to find out the financial and socioeconomic impact of Covid-19 on the seafood […]
Stormyhill Stragglers go the extra mile to support Skye. The Stormyhill Stragglers have been named the winners of a challenge to walk, run or cycle as many miles as possible […]
Stornoway Salvation Army receives vital donation thanks to SSC. The Scottish Salmon Company (SSC) has provided the Stornoway Salvation Army Food Bank with a donation to help those in need […]
New funding will continue FAO-led Common Oceans Programme. The approval of the Global Environment Facility’s (GEF) new work programme of USD 700 million for urgent environmental action – through and […]
Emergency byelaw to protect Severn salmon stocks extended. The Environment Agency is extending an emergency byelaw to protect salmon in the River Severn and its estuary until 15 December. Following […]
American Seafoods makes food donations. American Seafoods has donated nearly 28,000 servings of 100% Wild Alaska Pollock to communities hit hardest by COVID-19. In their home town of Seattle, American Seafoods […]
Mowi first quarter earnings fall due to pandemic. Mowi achieved an operational EBIT of EUR 109 million in the first quarter of 2020, compared with EUR 196 million in the […]
Thai Union temporarily closes cannery due to coronavirus. Thai Union says it had an employee that tested positive for COVID-19 at its Pioneer Food Cannery in Ghana. A statement said: […]
Dropping prices put UK catching sector under pressure. Dropping prices are putting the UK catching sector under pressure amid the coronavirus pandemic, industry figures have warned. Year-on-year prices have dropped […]
Nor-Fishing 2020 cancelled – Nor-Fishing 2020 due to be held in Trondheim on 18-21 August has been cancelled due to coronavirus. A statement from the organiser said: “It is with […]
MSC sets out latest support during coronavirus pandemic. The MSC’s decision to offer certified fisheries a six-month extension on the usual timelines for assessments and certifications reflects the enormous challenges that the […]