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SFF warns against UK drawn back into CFP

Voicing concerns about the potential implications of the proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement, the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation has warned that this deal could draw the UK back into elements of the EU’s Common Fisheries Policy (CFP). SFF representatives have warned EU relations minister Nick Thomas-Symonds that recent discussions indicate the SPS Agreement may extend beyond sanitary and phytosanitary matters to include technical barriers to trade, significantly widening its potential scope. SFF chief executive Elspeth Macdonald said that, while reassurances had previously been given that the UK would not be drawn back into the CFP, recent comments by Cabinet… [...]

Australia strengthens defences against illegal fishing

Launched this month, Australian Border Force’s Operation Broadstaff is designed to keep foreign fishing acticity out of national waters. Two vessels intercepted near Cape York have resulted in the detention of crews and the two boats being disposed of. Patrols found 510kg of salt on board the boats, as well as fishing gear, and evidence to suggest they had been engaged in illegal fishing. The salt was disposded of and the gear siezed, while crews of both were transferred to Darwin. Two apprehended fishing vessels under tow to Darwin This follows an incident a few days previously in which two… [...]

Industry concerns as retail chain takes a stand on mackerel

UK supermarket chain Waitrose has suspended sourcing mackerel from North-East Atlantic stocks, citing the fishery’s failure to meet the chain’s responsible sourcing requirements in line with the Sustainable Seafood Coalition’s (SSC) codes of conduct. All Waitrose North East Atlantic mackerel has been sourced from Scottish waters. As of 29th April, Waitrose will cease sourcing fresh, chilled and frozen mackerel. Canned mackerel will no longer be on the shelves once the current stock has been exhausted. ‘By suspending sourcing of mackerel at Waitrose we are reinforcing our ethical and sustainable business commitments, acting to tackle overfishing and protect the long-term health… [...]

Global fishing vessel safety treaty to enter into force

With the accession of Argentina, the Cape Town Agreement meets the requirements for entry into force. As a result, it will enter into force in February 2027, closing a longstanding gap in the global maritime safety framework. The Agreement sets out mandatory safety standards for more than 45,000 fishing vessels of 24 metres in length and over, according to FAO data, helping to prevent casualties, improve working conditions for fishers, enhance competitiveness and protect the marine environment. ‘Thousands of fishers lose their lives every year while working to supply the world’s growing appetite for fish and fish products. The 2012 Cape… [...]

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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.