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NewsHerring trawl and seine fishery certified
Icelandic companies Samherji hf and Síldarvinnslan hf have achieved Marine Stewardship Council Certification for their Norwegian spring-spawning herring and Icelandic summer-spawning herring fisheries.
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NewsNOAA study helps protect right whales
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) policy of lower ship speeds in protected areas in the North Atlantic is paying off, protecting critically endangered right whales from ship collisions, according to a new study.
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NewsSamba orders Damen workboat
Damen Shipyards Group has received an order for a Multi Cat 2712 from Norwegian owner Samba AS.
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NewsRussia to increase aquaculture production
The Russian government plans to increase the domestic production of aquaculture to 300,000 tonnes by 2020 and also plans to attract investors to the industry, reports Eugene Gerden.
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NewsSea lice breakthrough
Scottish aquaculture company Landcatch has announced that salmon eggs with improved resistance to sea lice will be made available for sale later this year.
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NewsEMS continues to take its toll
Early mortality syndrome (EMS) continues to take its toll on the shrimp farming industry, but advanced knowledge is leading to improved practices and better control of the disease.
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Havfisk CEO resigns
Olav Holst-Dyrnes has resigned as chief executive officer of Havfisk ASA, to take over as CEO of Norwegian furniture group Ekornes ASA.
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NewsPingtan orders 25 new fishing vessels
China based fishing company, Pingtan Marine Enterprise Ltd., has recently ordered 25 newly-built fishing vessels as a continuation of its fleet replacement plan.
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NewsNew EPIRB launched for better safety at sea
A new EPIRB has been launched by Norway’s Hansen Protection, which makes it easier to locate people in distress at sea.
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NewsSatellite tracking devices for Ecuadorian fishing fleet
A regional pilot project in Ecuador will outfit the Ecuadorian artisanal fishing fleet with life-saving satellite tracking and emergency notification devices.
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SNP success a ‘victory for fishing’
North East MSP Christian Allard has said the Scottish National Party’s success in the European elections is a victory for the fishing industry in Scotland.
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NewsOrange roughy enters MSC assessment
New Zealand’s key orange roughy fisheries will enter into full Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) assessment, which is expected to take at least 12 months.
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NewsCommitment to bluefin control measures
The European Commission has reiterated its commitment to implementing the international control measures for bluefin tuna during the 2014 main fishing season.
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See glycerine fuel in action at Seawork
The world’s first marine engine to be run using the exceptionally clean fuel of glycerine will be on display at Seawork International, in Southampton, UK, in June.
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NewsNew lifejacket combo to debut at Seawork
Ocean Safety will display its new commercial twin chamber lifejacket range, the K2 275N, at Seawork International, in Southampton, UK, in June.
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NewsCodMarine certified
CodMarine® fish oil supplement, produced by Norway''s Pharma Marine AS, has been certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC).
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NewsNew production line for BioMar
BioMar is to invest more than €50m in a new production line that will expand the company''s capacity in Norway by 30%.
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NewsEU States oppose ‘blanket ban’
A coalition of fishermen, scientists and conservationists are joining forces to oppose the European Commission’s proposal for a ‘blanket ban’ on driftnet fisheries.
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Salmon Council welcomes new members
The US NFI Salmon Council has announced the addition of new members - Blumar USA and Platina Seafood USA.
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NewsFisherman saved by PFD
A fisherman from the Isle of Col, in the Inner Hebrides, has told how his life was saved by wearing a Personal Flotation Device and is now urging all fishermen the importance of wearing such equipment at all times.
