Fishing Technology 2-10 – Page 42
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NewsSeparation technology in surimi manufacturing
Surimi is available in a wide variety of colours and flavours to match just about anything, and products are being further developed in response to current market demands for low-fat, low-calorie foods.
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US electronic monitoring and reporting grants
The US National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) has announced the first round of grant awards for the Electronic Monitoring and Reporting (EMR) Grant Program.
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NewsConsolidation is the key for Vietnam’s seafood processors
There are big changes afoot in Vietnam’s seafood processing industry.
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Cannon Fish Company opens processing plant
Cannon Fish Company has opened its new seafood processing plant in Kent, Washington, USA, which has the potential to employ 200 individuals.
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NewsUpcycling fisheries byproducts
Tidal Vision – a new company based in Juneau, Alaska – has big plans to turn ocean byproducts into high-quality, durable aquatic leathers and performance textiles, promoting sustainability and reducing waste.
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NewsSimrad's new autonomous echo sounder
Simrad has launched its new Autonomous EK system to carry out continuous long term, in-depth ecosystem monitoring of the subsea environment.
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NewsUK IFCAs install broadband systems
Buzz Marine has supplied its HubbaX4 Go marine broadband systems to five UK Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (IFCA) patrol vessels.
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Track and trace in Belgium
Aucxis has won the contract for the implementation of a track and trace solution based on RFID technology to be implemented in fish auctions in Belgium.
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NewsNFFO offers fishermen funding to improve safety
The UK’s National Federation of Fishermen’s Organisations (NFFO) is offering funding which will allow all fishermen operating vessels under 15m to claim up to 70% of the cost to bring their vessel’s safety up to the Voluntary Code of Practice standard.
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UK processing sector remains stable
UK authority Seafish has published its 2014 Seafood Processing Industry Report, which provides an overview of the size and structure of the industry.
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NewsFish processing plant open in Samoa
Samoan Prime Minister Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi has officially opened the Apia Deep Sea Fishing Company Limited fish processing and packing plant at Matautu, Apia.
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NewsGlobalstar turns Wi-Fi devices into satellite phones
Globalstar Europe Satellite Services Ltd. has announced the availability of Sat-Fi in EMEA, which enables customers to use their existing smartphones and phone numbers to send and receive communications over Globalstar’s satellite network, offering voice and data connectivity when beyond the range of the mobile phone network.
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NewsNew smart tech for workers on the go
EnerPlex, manufacturer of rugged solar charging and portable power products, has developed a new range of products to make life easier for those travelling away from home.
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NewsSeafood traceability architecture grant
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Global Food Traceability Center (GFTC) has received a $1.3 million grant to support efforts to design a common technology architecture for seafood traceability and related communications, education, and training efforts.
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NewsOld data digitised for modern scientists
NOAA Fisheries'' Alaska Fisheries Science Center has been successful in translating old survey data into a form that could be useful to modern scientists.
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NewsSeafish updates fishing methods publication
UK authority Seafish has published its new ‘Basic Fishing Methods’, a popular publication which details the various fishing methods used by commercial fishermen catching seafood in the UK.
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Net Systems adds purse seine net loft
Net Systems on Bainbridge Island, Washington State, USA, has taken over the Purse Seine Net Department for Marco Global.
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NewsTwin rig brings benefits
Over the last eight years, the Notus Trawlmaster net monitoring system has been installed on over 200 vessels across the UK and Ireland. One of the main reasons for its popularity is that the Trawlmaster system was specifically designed for twin-rigging.
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NewsNew range of commercial liferafts launched
Ocean Safety is launching a brand new range of liferafts, specifically designed for the demanding and diverse requirements of the commercial maritime sector.
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NewsNew cage to reduce bycatch
Mexico’s National Fisheries Institute (INAPESCA) has introduced a new cage model for use in coastal fishing, which will help reduce bycatch as it only allows the extraction of commercial size fish.
