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  • Pronomar's drying systems can be used in shipyards as well as onboard Photo: Pronomar
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    Drying systems move into yards

    2018-12-05T11:10:00Z

    Shipyard owners are showing interest in Pronomar’s professional drying systems.

  • Corvus Energy energy storage for Geir
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    Corvus Energy to provide energy storage system for longliner Geir

    2018-12-05T10:57:00Z

    Corvus Energy’s Corvus Orca energy storage system (ESS) has been selected for installation on an innovative longline vessel now under construction at Vaagland Båtbyggeri for Norwegian longline operator HP Holmeset.

  • Three-way mackerel agreement
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    EU, Norway and Faroes reach agreement on NE Atlantic mackerel

    2018-12-04T13:27:00Z

    An agreement signed in Bergen at the end of last month sets the North-East Atlantic mackerel TAC for at 653,438 tonnes, a 20% reduction on the 2018 figure but still significantly higher than the ICES advice for the fishery.

  • W14 engine
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    New eco-friendly Wärtsilä engine

    2018-12-04T12:55:00Z

    Wärtsilä and Liebherr have collaborated on the development of a new engine designed to fit requirements for limited space and weight, lower CAPEX and comply with current and future global emissions restrictions.

  • Kampi and Skaginn 3X join forces to create a tub handling system for shrimp processing Photo: Skaginn 3X
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    Kampi introduces tub handling system

    2018-12-03T13:15:00Z

    Icelandic shrimp factory, Kampi, has recently signed a contract with Skaginn 3X for a tub handling system.

  • The EJF has welcomed Thailand's adoption of regulations to improve the fishing sector Photo: EJF
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    EJF welcomes Thai fishing convention

    2018-12-03T13:05:00Z

    Thailand is set become the first country in Asia to ratify the Work in Fishing Convention C188, which sets basic standards for work in the industry.

  • Indonesia has gained its first MSC accreditation Photo: MSC
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    First MSC accreditation for Indonesia

    2018-11-30T13:04:00Z

    Indonesia has welcomed its first accreditation by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) for sustainable fishing.

  • New tests will help reduce contamination in seafood Photo: Fapas
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    New tests launched to help seafood industry

    2018-11-30T12:55:00Z

    Fapas, the proficiency testing arm of the UK’s Fera, has launched new proficiency tests to help protect consumers and businesses from contaminated seafood.

  • First launch at Parkol’s Middlesbrough yard
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    Official launch for first newbuild from Parkol Marine’s Middlesbrough yard

    2018-11-30T10:25:00Z

    A new scalloper built for James Monaghan of Islay Crab Exports based on the Scottish Isle of Islay, enjoyed a traditional maritime naming ceremony where Atlantic Dawn was blessed by Father Michael Gobbett and named by James’ daughter Kayleigh.

  • Results of a study into carrying capacity have been released Photo: CTAQUA
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    Carrying capacity protocols developed

    2018-11-29T11:40:00Z

    Representatives from MIMECCA, a Spanish-led project focused on estimating the carrying capacity of marine aquaculture sites, has convened industry experts to report their findings.

  • Farm Africa's report maps out plans for a profitable Kenya aquaculture sector Photo: Farm Africa/Mwangi Kirubi
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    Plans for profitable Kenyan aquaculture

    2018-11-29T11:30:00Z

    Farm Africa’s Kenya market-led aquaculture programme has mapped out how the Kenyan government can build a sustainable and inclusive aquaculture sector.

  • Agreement on Western Waters management plan
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    Agreement on Western Waters multi-annual fisheries management plan

    2018-11-28T11:09:00Z

    The European Commission has welcomed the agreement reached by the European Parliament and the Council on a multi-annual plan for fisheries in the Western waters. The agreement is expected to help restore and maintain stocks at sustainable levels, while ensuring social and economic viability for the fishermen operating in the ...

  • The US has passed a bill to reduce regulation for fishermen Photo: Seafood Harvesters
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    US passes bill to reduce fishing regulation

    2018-11-28T10:55:00Z

    The United States’ House of Representatives has passed the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorisation Act 2018.

  • Freezertech acquired by Carsoe
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    Freezertech acquired by Carsoe

    2018-11-28T07:00:00Z

    With the acquisition of Freezertech, Carsoe is set to expand its product portfolio for the food processing industry. Freezertech is a specialist in producing high quality plate freezers, with focus on efficiency and reliability.

  • Anna Willock
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    AFMA appoints acting CEO

    2018-11-27T11:05:00Z

    The Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources has appointed Anna Willock to the role of acting CEO of the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA), commencing 24 November.

  • Gardar engine refit promises savings
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    Gardar engine refit promises NOx and fuel savings

    2018-11-26T14:46:00Z

    Wärtsilä is due to deliver the first of its new generation Wärtsilä 31 engines to a Norwegian customer, and this is the installation of such an engine to replace an older unit.

  • Shandong Yuwang Pharmaceutical has been awarded Friend of the Sea certification for its fish oil products Photo: Friend of the Sea
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    Chinese fish oil company is Friend of the Sea

    2018-11-26T13:38:00Z

    Chinese manufacturer, Shandong Yuwang Pharmaceutical, has obtained Friend of the Sea certification for its refined fish oil and softgel.

  • Cflow co-founder, Gunnar Hoff (l) with PG Flow Solutions CEO, Steve Paulsen Photo: Norvestor
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    Cflow and PG Flow Solutions team up

    2018-11-26T12:58:00Z

    Norwegian specialist in the handling, storage and transport of live fish, Cflow, has been acquired by PG Flow Solutions, a fellow Norwegian company specialising in cargo handling systems.

  • (l-r) Kate Forbes MSP, Scottish Sea Farms' managing director, Jim Gallagher and Greg Riddle of Northern Light Consultancy
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    £1.28m in R&D funds for Scottish Sea Farms

    2018-11-23T13:43:00Z

    Scottish Sea Farms is to receive £1.28 million to support its research and development into fish welfare and environmental protection.

  • Clean Seas has signed a deal to distribute Kingfish to Chinese markets
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    Australian Kingfish moves into Chinese market

    2018-11-23T13:32:00Z

    Australian seafood company, Clean Seas Seafood, has signed an agreement with Hunyan Haiyan in China to further distribute Yellowtail Kingfish in the region.