This month sees the launch of the Fisherman''s Manual 2004, a new buyer''s guide to key suppliers from around the world.

Developed by Highbury-Business, publishers of World Fishing, the new guide is a valuable tool for vessel owners wanting to source products from suppliers around the world

"This is a first in a series of planned publications this year onwards," says Chris Adams, advertisment manager at World Fishing.

The Manual will also be distributed at Nor-Fishing in August.