Norwegian Blue Whiting Fishing continues despite COVID-19 pandemic
Norges Sildesalgslag (Norwegian Fishermen’s Sales Organisation for Pelagic Fish) has reported that their blue whiting fishery and the plant operations are running as normal.
Scottish fleet successfully completes annual blue whiting fishery
The Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association (SPFA) has announced the end of the blue whiting fishing for the Scottish pelagic fleet.
Seafish receives over 900 applications for ‘Critical Worker Certificate’
Seafish have announced that they have received over 900 applications for their ‘Critical Worker Certificate’ since the initiative was launched last week.
Europeche & EAPO tell Commission “further EU funding needed”
Europeche and the EAPO have called on EU Commissioner, Virginijus Sinkevičius to re-examine the support package announced last week by the EU Commission.
Compensation for Salmon Drift Net Fishermen being delayed
The NFFO says that the process of compensating salmon fishermen for the premature closure of the drift net fishery is being delayed due to the impact of COVID-19.
Isle of Man Government announces support package for Seafood Industry
The Isle of Man seafood industry will be welcoming the news that the Tynwald Parliament has approved a scheme to help to help fishers and processors through the current COVID-19 crisis.