Norway Pelagic Fishing Update Week 13

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Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 00:10 (GMT + 9)

Calm Seas, Strong Catches: Norway’s Pelagic Fleet Nears Key Quota Milestones Ahead of Easter Subheading: Moderate activity masks significant progress in blue whiting and horse mackerel fisheries as Norwegian fleets edge closer to 2026 limits. As the Easter holiday approaches, Norway’s pelagic fishing sector is experiencing relatively calm activity—yet recent reports reveal steady and meaningful progress in key fisheries. Horse Mackerel The week began with the vessel Kaspar, which reported a catch of 15 tons of high-quality horse mackerel, averaging 480 grams, on Monday morning off the coast of Rogaland. The catch was delivered to Skude Fryseri, continuing a consistent supply chain for processing. Later in the week, on Friday, the vessel Kavholm added to the tally with 3 tons of horse mackerel, averaging 450 grams, also caught in the Rogaland region... FULL STORY