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NewsAction plan to protect seabirds
Responding to scientific evidence showing that high numbers of seabird species are being caught in fishing gear every year, the European Commission has adopted an Action Plan to address the problem.
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NewsOceana ‘baffled’ by ICCAT
Oceana has welcomed steps taken for Eastern bluefin tuna management in 2013 at the annual ICCAT meeting, but has grave concerns about the lack of new measures for threatened sharks.
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EC proposes 2013 opportunities for stocks under international agreements
The European Commission has proposed its 2013 fishing opportunities for fish stocks which are jointly managed with third parties, such as Norway or Regional Fisheries Management Organisations throughout the world.
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NewsMixed feelings over new ICCAT measures
At the conclusion of their week-long meeting in Agadir, 48 member governments of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) have adopted positive measures that will help conserve the iconic Atlantic bluefin tuna, and advance shark protection in the future.
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NewsManual to assess impacts of Caribbean fishing
An expert workshop, organised by a joint working group on recreational fisheries, was recently held to review and finalise a manual to assess the impact of recreational Caribbean fishing.
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NewsMussel programme to boost aquaculture
New Zealand''s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is supporting a US$26m programme that hopes to boost the country''s aquaculture offering by domesticating Greenshell Mussel.
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NewsNew PPS pallets flying high
Iceland is one of the first countries to introduce scanning of all air cargo for metal detection, as forthcoming EU legislation will eventually be rolled out across Europe.
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NewsSeafood success for ACE
ACE Refrigeration has reported three successes in the fish and seafood industry.
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NewsUS and Morocco sign fisheries MoU
The US and Morocco have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) this week which solidifies a commitment towards a ecosystem based approach to fisheries management and sustainable aquaculture practices.
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NewsEC shows IUU fishing a yellow card
The European Commission has adopted a ‘decision’ indicating to eight third countries that their track record in tackling illegal fishing is insufficient.
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China bans Vietnamese shrimp
China has banned raw shrimp imports from Vietnam, due to virus infection.
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NewsClean Seas takes action against suppliers
Aquaculture company Clean Seas Tuna has issued formal dispute notices to both of its major feed supply companies after discovering that the feed supplied has affected the company’s kingfish growth and mortality rates.
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Scottish deal with chef society
Scottish organisations have a struck deal with the World Association of Chefs’ Societies, resulting in Scottish salmon and langoustines being used exclusively by more than 100 chefs in the 2012-14 Chefs Global Challenge.
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NewsSalmon firm provides cash boost to locals
Scotland’s Meridian Salmon Group has provided a much needed boost to community life in a village in Argyll and Bute.
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NewsNotus celebrates 20th anniversary
Incorporated in Newfoundland in 1992 by Brad Henderson, Notus Electronics Ltd is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
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Palfinger Marine enters Alaska
Marine crane supplier Palfinger Marine is extending its presence in the North American market by teaming up with Tim Tilleman and Ed Ramberg, the owners of HP Dutch Harbor.
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NewsNew Zealand fisheries show improvements
According to the latest ‘Status of New Zealand Fisheries 2012’ report released by the Ministry for Primary Industries, New Zealand fisheries are showing improvements.
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NewsIbecisa delivers winches to Trident Seafoods
Ibercisa has delivered two winches to North American company Trident Seafoods for installation onboard the Kodiak Enterprise.
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NewsNew chairman for MSC
The Marine Stewardship Council Board of Trustees has appointed Dr Werner Kiene as MSC chair, who will formally take up the full responsibilities of his role in 2013, when current chairman Will Martin retires.
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The Foley Fish Company obtains MSC certification
The Foley Fish Company has obtained Chain of Custody certification in the Marine Stewardship Council program.
