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SFF chief exec to step down

Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF) chief executive Elspeth Macdonald will retire from the organisation in March 2027 after a distinguished career representing Scotland’s fishing industry. She took up the role in 2019 and quickly became one of the most influential and respected voices in the UK seafood sector, representing the interests of Scotland’s fishermen through a period of profound change and challenge – including spearheading the successful campaign against Scottish Government plans to introduce Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) where fishing would be prohibited. Her time in the role has spanned major developments including the UK’s departure from the European Union,… [...]

Landmark joint declaration on sustainable echosounder buoy stewardship

The three leading global manufacturers of satellite buoys, Marine Instruments, Satlink and Zunibal, have signed a joint declaration of intent for sustainable echosounder buoy stewardship. This agreement represents an unprecedented step in the sector and a major shift towards more responsible and collaborative dFAD management in tropical tuna fisheries. The declaration was formally signed on 18th March 2026, following its introduction at the Pacific Community (SPC) Drifting Fish Aggregating Device Workshop in Papeete, a forum bringing together governments, scientific institutions and fishing industry representatives to shape the future of responsible dFAD management. The three companies presented the joint approach during… [...]

Positive momentum and new members on Royal Greenland board

The Royal Greenland annual report has been approved, the company is moving in the right direction, was the message as the company’s AGM brought together owners, staff and stakeholders at its headquarters in Nuuk. ‘The direction we set after several very challenging years is beginning to take effect,’ Royal Greenland vice-chairman Preben Sunke told the AGM ‘Naalakkersuisut is pleased that the company is moving in the right direction. The hard work of recent years to restore and strengthen the business is beginning to deliver results, demonstrating an organisation capable of coming together and delivering. That is positive. At the same time,… [...]

Mussel harvester delivered to Shetland company

Blueshell Mussels, located in Brae in Shetland, has been able to take delivery of a new Landing Utility Vessel (LUV) 2208 just weeks after signing the contract with Damen Shipyards Group in April. Blueshell Mussels approached Damen when they heard that was a LUV 2208 available The 21.70-metre by 7.50-metre beam Bountiful is designed to conduct a range of coastal and harbour operations, including transport of both people and equipment. This design is often deployed to islands where it operates in the aquaculture industry or as a lifeline for remote communities, and in this case the new vessel will be… [...]

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New Vessels

We keep track of new fishing vessels from all over Europe and around the world, in line with the major optimisation of fisheries that has taken place in recent years. We follow shipyards and designers around the world to keep you updated on newbuilds in the fishing industry.