Fishing Industry News
Fishing Industry News – the latest headlines & stories, plus updates on European fishing industry
UK Fisheries Ltd expresses view on Win or lose in fishing talks
Distant waters fishing company UK Fisheries Ltd has expressed their views on the outcome of the future relations post-Brexit talks taking place in London today
Norwegian Fisheries Association calls for action on Fishing Port Issues
The Norwegian Fisheries Association describes the situation for fishing ports as serious and has asked for action to be taken before the situation becomes dangerous.
Brim hf joins the Icelandic Blue Army in fight agains plastic pollution
Brim hf, one of Iceland’s largest fishing companies has become the main sponsor of the environmental organisation The Blue Army.
Norwegian Fisheries Organisations requests transferring Cod Quotas
Norwegian fisheries organisations have called on the Government to consider allowing fishers the right to transfer cod quotas to next year in light of the effects of the COVID-19 crisis.
Scottish Fishing Industry need Clarity on Future Funding says Secretary
Scottish Rural Economy Secretary, Fergus Ewing has called on the UK government to give clarity to Scottish Fishing Industry on the future funding.
Marine Management Organisation guidance on Bluefin Tuna in UK Waters
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) has issued guidance to marine users on the current rules applicable to Bluefin Tuna in UK waters.
The EU Blue Economy Report 2020 Published by Commission
The European Commission has published “The EU Blue Economy Report 2020”, providing an overview of the performance of the EU economic sectors related to oceans and the coastal environment.
€3.5 million investment for Six Irish Seafood Processing Companies
Six Irish seafood processing companies will benefit from a new €3.5 million invesment announced today by the Minister for Agriculture Food and the Marine
Norwegian Herring fleet has landed over 40,000 tonnes since mid-May
The Norwegian North Sea Herring fleet are reporting a good season so far with over 40,000 tonnes has been traded since mid-May
Seafish passes RFVS baton to Global Seafood Assurances
The final RFVS has been publicly shared for the first time today when it was officially handed over from Seafish to Global Seafood Assurances, following a two-year development process.
Europeche welcomes FAO SOFIA report on global fisheries
Europeche has welcomed the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO) SOFIA report declaring that almost 80% of the fish consumed worldwide comes from sustainable stocks
Norwegian Sandeel fleet records another bumper week with 34,000 tonnes
The Norwegian sandeel fishery registered another good week of fishing with 34,000 tonnes landed bringing the total catch landed to over 190,000 tonnes with around three seeks of fishing left.
Benyon Review recommends Highly Protected Marine Areas
The Benyon Review, a government-sponsored review recommends introduction of Highly Protected Marine Areas as essential for marine protection and recovery.