by Oliver McBride | Apr 8, 2026 | Latest News, UK Fishing Industry
HM Coastguard opens seasonal Search and Rescue helicopter bases at Oban and Carlisle, increasing summer SAR capacity and faster response times. HM Coastguard has strengthened its emergency response capability for the busy summer period with the opening of two new...
by Oliver McBride | Apr 7, 2026 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry
Lerwick Harbour fishing sector sees steady whitefish landings and strong market values, supported by continued operational demand and infrastructure investment Whitefish Landings Remain High Despite Slight Decline The fishing industry at Lerwick Harbour recorded...
by Oliver McBride | Apr 7, 2026 | Latest News, New Builds
New freezer‑trawler Annie Hillina delivered with advanced eco‑efficient design, modern crew facilities and global pelagic fishing capability. Image: Tersan Shipyard. A Major Newbuild for the Dutch Pelagic Sector Tersan Shipyard has officially delivered the new...
by Oliver McBride | Apr 7, 2026 | Danish Fishing Industry, Latest News
Simpler rules and more freedom for fishermen was an important message from Kenn Skau Fischer to EU Fisheries Commissioner Costas Kadis. Danish Organisation Sets Out Detailed CFP Overhaul Proposal The Danish Fishers Producer Organisation has set out a detailed proposal...
by Oliver McBride | Apr 7, 2026 | Irish Fishing Industry, Latest News
Ireland seafood funding concerns grow as EMFAF renewal approaches, with IFPEA highlighting low supports, funding gaps, and programme issues. IFPEA Warns Current Funding Model Failing Sector The Irish Fish Processors and Exporters Association has raised concerns over...
by Oliver McBride | Apr 3, 2026 | International Fishing News, Latest News
Progress made, but critical gaps remain as High Seas Treaty PrepCom talks conclude in New York states the High Seas Alliance As the third and final session of the United Nations’ Preparatory Commission for the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ Agreement) draws to a close, the...
