World Fishing News – Page 740
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Marine Management Organisation formed
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) was established at midnight on 1 April.
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Future of Scotland's seas
A vision document for Scotland''s seas was today published last week by the Scottish Government.
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Eastern Canada offshore sea scallop fishery gains MSC certification
The Eastern Canada offshore sea scallop fishery operating within the Canadian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) off the eastern seaboard of Canada has earned Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification.
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North Pacific albacore tuna fisheries earn MSC certification
Two North Pacific albacore tuna fisheries operating in US, Canadian and international waters have been awarded MSC certification.
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NewsSustainable fishing and environmental improvements in Baltic Sea boosted
The Baltic Sea 2020 Foundation, the Swedish Postcode Lottery and the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) have agreed to work together to stimulate initiatives that will drive measures to improve the environmental quality of the Baltic Sea.
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Swedish mackerel fishery enters MSC assessment
The Sveriges Pelagiska Producent Organisation (Swedish Pelagic Producers Organisation or SPPO) has entered its North East Atlantic mackerel fishery for full assessment under the Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) certification programme.
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Canada announces appointment to ICES
Gail Shea, Canadian Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, has announced the appointment of Dr Sylvain Paradis to the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES).
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FFA members discuss tools for illegal fishing
The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency’s Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) Working Group meeting closed at the end of March after five days of discussions about how to respond to illegal fishing.
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NewsYoung’s extends Micro range with great British classic
Young’s has extended its Micro range with the launch this spring of Micro Fish Fingers and Chips.
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SFF unveils manifesto for Scottish fishing for General Election 2010
The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation has unveiled its mini-manifesto for the forthcoming General Election, highlighting the main measures it would like the next Government to support.
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New FishSAFE unit in action across the UK North Sea
Aberdeen-based FLTC Services Limited (FLTCS) has announced that it has received the 200th order for its new FishSAFE unit.
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Fishing 2010 looks set to attract visitors and exhibitors from around the world
Fishing 2010 in Glasgow, which is being staged from 20-22 May, looks set to be one of the best ever UK fishing exhibitions with the new organisers keen to attract as many fishermen as possible from around the world.
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NewsNew monitor to help save fishermen’s lives to be major attraction at Fishing 2010
An innovative new device that could help save fishermen’s lives by warning of vessel instability is likely to provide a focal point of interest at this year’s Fishing 2010 exhibition.
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International visitors to Fishing 2010 a key attraction for KT Nets
Irish pelagic trawl manufacturer KT Nets says it will be exhibiting again at this year’s Fishing 2010 exhibition in Glasgow because of the strong visitor presence from overseas.
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NewsBoat displays will be a highlight at Fishing 2010
Following excellent sales growth during its first year of trading, Peterhead based boat builder Anderson Marine says it is looking forward to attending the Fishing 2010 exhibition in Glasgow.
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NewsStarfrost celebrates 25 years
UK-based equipment manufacturer Starfrost is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
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NewsFishing for oxygen
In Norway, aquaculture expert OxSeaVision and Trelleborg have teamed up to develop a system that pumps oxygen into offshore fish farms, helping fish remain healthy and grow bigger.
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NewsUK designates world’s largest marine reserve
The Pew Environment Group has commended UK Foreign Minister David Miliband for designating the Chagos Islands, a group of 55 islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean, as the world’s largest marine reserve.
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Seafish seeking volunteers for VMS trials
The UKs Seafish is seeking 30 volunteer vessels in the south west to participate in a 12-month low cost Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) pilot study to monitor inshore fishing activity.
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NewsMSC certification of Ross Sea toothfish challenged
The Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition (ASOC) has opposed the proposed Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification of the Ross Sea Antarctic toothfish fishery.
