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Master of French fishing vessel convicted for sea-fisheries offences. Bernard Helgouarch, with an address in France, and Master of the French registered sea-fishing vessel “Sister Clare”, was convicted and fined […]
Marine wildlife and conservation groups stage Dáil rally to demand stronger ocean protections. Ireland’s leading marine environmental groups are staging a colourful demonstration outside Leinster House calling on the Government […]
Interactions between offshore wind farms and fisheries in European waters. Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) has published a new report examining interactions between fisheries and offshore wind farms (OWFs) across European […]
Marine Institute releases major benthic dataset in celebration of Biodiversity Week. Over 650,000 marine records spanning twelve years are now freely accessible online, marking a landmark moment for Open Science and […]
Fishing master fined for fishing for shrimp during the closed season Antoine Griffin, with an address in County Galway, pleaded guilty and was fined €400 at Derrynea District Court on […]
Three PEACEPLUS projects aiming to strengthen climate resilience and coastal community engagement in Irish seas. Aiming to strengthen climate change resilience and coastal community engagement in Irish seas, three independent […]
SETU works collaboratively with KIMO International to protect the marine environment. South East Technological University (SETU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with KIMO International at Ferrycarrig in Wexford. […]
Marine Institute launches Annual Impact Report 2025. The Marine Institute has released its Annual Impact Report 2025, showcasing the significant achievements and meaningful impacts delivered by the organisation over the past year. […]
The Marine Institute celebrates World Meteorological Day. The Marine Institute celebrates World Meteorological Day with a milestone, marking 25 years of the Irish Marine Data Buoy Observation Network (IMDBON) and the […]
Exports of Irish salmonids and spiny lobster to the USA resume with immediate effect. Restrictions lifted following NOAA equivalence Decision; standard export requirements reinstated for Irish exporters. The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority […]
Fishing master fined for obstruction of a Sea-Fisheries Protection Officer. On the 10th of March 2026, Yasser Eldmergy, with an address in County Louth, pleaded guilty at Dundalk District Court to […]
Marine Institute hosts Transition Year programme for students across Ireland. The Marine Institute welcomed Transition Year (TY) students from schools across Ireland to its headquarters in Oranmore, Co. Galway, and […]
Marine Institute publishes Stock Book 2025: Insights reveal environmental change impacting Ireland’s fisheries. The Marine Institute has published The Stock Book 2025: Annual Review of Fish Stocks with Management Advice […]
End of an era for ‘Celtic Mist’ research vessel. The yacht once owned by Charles Haughey will carry out its final surveys this year. The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group […]
ALDI Ireland rides wave of certified sustainable seafood sales to win major retail award. ALDI Ireland has been named Irish Supermarket of the Year by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), […]
Marine Institute launches 20th anniversary ocean education modules. The Marine Institute is proud to announce a landmark expansion of its Explorers Education Programme, offering inland primary schools a unique opportunity […]
Exports to Türkiye – new registration requirements. The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) has recently issued an Information Notice (IN) to industry in relation to technical requirements for Irish companies trading […]
Marine sector’s role in Ireland’s national growth underscored in latest ocean economy report. The Marine Institute presented the latest Ireland’s Ocean Economy Report to senior government officials at the Project […]
SFPA Publishes Fishing Information Notice on safe access and boarding ladders. The Sea-Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) has published a new Fisheries Information Notice (FIN) for fishing vessel Masters on safe access […]
Fishing master pleads guilty to taking charge of a sea-fishing boat while not registered in the Irish Fishing Masters Register. On 13th January 2025, Paul Jarleth Ferry, Master of UK-Northern […]
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