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UK fleet left behind as EU provides fuel support

The Cornish Fish Producers Organisation is calling for immediate government action as exceptionally high fuel prices threaten the viability of the UK fishing fleet. The CFPO has issued a warning that repeated requests for urgent help have gone unanswered, putting vessels, seafood supplies and thousands of coastal jobs at risk. With fuel prices well above £1 per litre, there’s a real risk that more vessels will be forced to tie up. ‘The Government cannot stand by while British fishing businesses are placed at such a serious competitive disadvantage. Short-term, direct help with fuel costs is needed immediately, not warm words… [...]

SFF appoints new chief executive

With current Chief Executive Elspeth Macdonald due to step down in March next year, the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation and associated companies have appointed Mairi Gougeon to step into the role. A former Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, Mairi Gougeon brings extensive experience of fisheries, marine policy, food and drink, and Scotland’s coastal and island communities. She joins SFF on 1st October and will work alongside current Elspeth Macdonald during a transition period, before taking over in full when in March 2027. ‘I am delighted to have been appointed Chief Executive-designate of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation. Throughout… [...]

Strengthening connections at Scandinavian fisheries summit

The message following a joint meeting between Norwegian, Swedish and Danish industry organisations is that they stand together to ensure that sustainable fisheries will also have a clear and long-term place in shared sea areas in the future. The Norwegian Fishermen’s Association, the Danish Fisheries Association and Vi Svenska Fiskare met at a summit held in Svalbard. They state that fisheries provide climate-friendly food production, value creation, preparedness and the foundation for thriving coastal communities. At the same time, pressure on fishing grounds is increasing due to marine protection, offshore wind development, closed areas, climate and environmental requirements, and other… [...]

Clearwater lobster catcher christened

The 40.90-metre lobster catcher under construction at the Hvide Sande Shipyard in Denmark has been christened at the yard, during an event attended by representatives of Clearwater Seafoods LP and Membertou First Nation from Canada. Kluskapeulk is seen as a significant order for the Hvide Sande Shipyard, which continues to expand its international presence The hull was delivered to the yard earlier this year for outfitting and is expected to be completed for delivery in the early part of 2027 as the yard’s newbuild no160. The new vessel’s Kluskapeulk name was unveiled at the ceremony at the yard. It is… [...]

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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.