World Fishing

Marine protection under scrutiny Fishing organisations Europêche and the European Bottom Fisheries Alliance (EBFA) challenge aspects of a new EU report on Marine Protected Areas, calling for conservation to be guided by science. Read more below: ow.ly/AB6T5103Mfc

Big first for Welsh fishing! For the first time, commercially caught bluefin tuna landed in Wales have been sold locally. The catch was made under a Welsh Government trial, designed to explore the potential for a sustainable Welsh fishery. Read more: ow.ly/Qsgm5103kUW

EU agrees higher Baltic Sea fishing limits for 2027 EU fisheries ministers have agreed to increase catch limits for sprat by 44%, central Baltic herring by 71% and Bothnian herring by 12%, while maintaining measures to support cod recovery. Read more: ow.ly/Lqv551028xi

🐟 UK seafood sales grow despite budget pressures The Norwegian Seafood Council’s latest report reveals a 4.7% rise in UK seafood market value to £4.96bn, alongside growth in chilled seafood sales. Read more: ow.ly/YWqf5101NrY

Nordic sales of MSC-certified seafood rise 9% Sales of MSC-certified seafood across Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Norway reached almost 95,000 tonnes in 2025/26, according to new research from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC). Read more: ow.ly/YetU5100540

DNV acquires majority stake in Aquabench DNV has agreed to acquire a majority stake in Aquabench, aiming to accelerate digital innovation and support sustainable salmon farming in Chile. Read more: ow.ly/eu8t510059E

EU Fisheries Vision 2040 divides industry over reform The European Commission’s new Fisheries and Aquaculture Vision 2040 has received a mixed response, with industry groups criticising the lack of reform to the Common Fisheries Policy. Read more: ow.ly/IzZ950ZZEMN

BioMar outlines phased BioRetain rollout BioMar to gradually introduce BioRetain across its aquafeed portfolio, tailoring formulations to different species, markets and production goals. Read more: ow.ly/Xapb50ZYP1w

🎣 EU fisheries back Mediterranean plan changes The European Parliament’s fisheries committee has backed calls to revise western Mediterranean fishing rules, seeking stronger protection for coastal livelihoods. Read more: ow.ly/XjE650ZYlsC

🐟 Fish & Chip Awards reveal restaurant shortlist Ten restaurants across Britain have been shortlisted for Restaurant of the Year at the National Fish & Chip Awards 2027. The final five will be announced later this year. Read more: ow.ly/vsKi50ZXAvI

Mackerel stocks recover, but risks remain. Princes has welcomed signs of recovery in north-east Atlantic mackerel stocks following improved scientific advice for 2027, while warning that unresolved fisheries management challenges continue to pose risks. worldfishing.net/news/seafoo…

How are women in Madagascar’s small-scale fisheries improving incomes and reducing post-harvest losses? FAO-backed initiatives are helping women fish traders improve processing methods, access new equipment and strengthen their businesses. Read more: worldfishing.net/news/fisher…

Europe's fishers are sounding the alarm. High fuel prices are putting increasing pressure on fishers across Europe, with fishing groups calling on Brussels for support as incomes and coastal employment come under strain. Read more below: ow.ly/2CEb50ZTQsg

Mackerel stocks showing signs of recovery ICES has advised a 102% increase in the recommended 2027 catch for north-east Atlantic mackerel, with spawning stock biomass currently estimated at 3.2 million tonnes. Read more below: ow.ly/wNN450ZTQhy

How can aquaculture become more efficient as demand for aquatic food grows? Ambienta has acquired four aquaculture technology companies, creating a Nordic platform focused on fish health, feed efficiency, monitoring and waste treatment. Read more below: ow.ly/VeQj50ZTQ3q

Iceland supplies more than 90% of the fish sold through Grimsby Fish Market. That longstanding seafood connection was in focus as Iceland’s new UK ambassador, Thordis Kolbrun Gylfadottir, visited Grimsby and Hull for the first time. Read full analysis worldfishing.net/news/fisher…

Could fish processing side streams help make plant-based foods more nutritious? A new PhD study from Nofima has found a way to use fish processing side streams to support the growth of plant foods. Read the full analysis below worldfishing.net/news/seafoo…

Europêche points to issues including Brexit, climate change, the energy crisis, competition for maritime space and the need to renew and decarbonise the fishing fleet. Read the full analysis worldfishing.net/news/fisher…

Iceland’s EU vote was really about fish With 52.8% voting against restarting accession talks, the result reflects the long-standing importance of fisheries to Iceland’s economy and national identity. Read the full analysis below worldfishing.net/news/fisher…

Exclusive from Kevin McCay, COO of Safe Catch McCay speaks to World Fishing and Aquaculture about how rising ocean temperatures and shifting El Niño conditions could influence mercury levels in commercially caught fish such as tuna. Read more worldfishing.net/news/seafoo…