by Oliver McBride | Mar 5, 2026 | Latest News, UK Fishing Industry
Marine Management Organisation appoints Elysia McCaffrey as Chief Executive, replacing Acting Chief Executive Michelle Willis from April 2026. The Marine Management Organisation has confirmed the appointment of Elysia McCaffrey as its next Chief Executive Officer,...
by Oliver McBride | Mar 4, 2026 | Latest News, UK Fishing Industry
The Plymouth Fishing & Seafood Association campaign launches to restore fish market visibility and improve local access for the fleet after the 2024 auction closure. Photos: Ashley J. Bourne Plymouth campaign aims to rebuild local market access and visibility...
by Oliver McBride | Mar 3, 2026 | Latest News, UK Fishing Industry
Home and Dry Forum urges UK fishermen to complete a short online safety survey this month, with a chance to win £150 in gift vouchers. Home and Dry Forum urges UK fishermen to complete online survey Commercial fishermen who complete a short online survey about the...
by Oliver McBride | Mar 3, 2026 | Business Features, UK Fishing Industry
The crew of the ‘Serene’ LK 297 before leaving on their final fishing trip from Symbister in the Shetland Islands. Photo: Ivan Reid The pelagic vessel Serene slipped out of Symbister on the afternoon of 21 February, beginning her final voyage under...
by Oliver McBride | Mar 2, 2026 | Latest News, UK Fishing Industry
CHC announces Barbican Landing Stage extension to commence early in 2026 adding new mooring space and improved facilities for Plymouth’s inshore fleet New pontoons to support the local fishing fleet at the Barbican Landing Stage Cattewater Harbour Commissioners (CHC)...
by Oliver McBride | Mar 2, 2026 | Latest News, UK Fishing Industry
UK North Atlantic albacore fishery 2026 confirms 553 tonne quota, nine licences and updated EU waters access rules. The UK has been allocated 553 tonnes of North Atlantic albacore for the 2026 fishing season, covering the stock identified as ALB/AN05N. The quota may...
