IN BRIEF - The Norwegian Seafood Council has urged the Federal Government (FG) to expedite the approval of zero-percent import duty on stockfish.
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Monday, December 02, 2024
This move, according to the Council, is crucial to ensuring that this affordable protein source becomes more accessible to Nigerian households, particularly children, reports by Chinenye Anuforo from The Sun.
Speaking during a visit to Otto foodstuff market Abiodun Cheke, Consultant for the Norwegian Seafood Council in Nigeria, emphasised the importance of this initiative: “By reducing import duties, we can significantly lower prices, making it more accessible to the average Nigerian. This will help combat protein deficiency, especially among children, and prevent malnutrition-related diseases like kwashiorkor.”
She said the Norwegian Seafood Council has been actively working to improve Nigeria’s fisheries sector through various initiatives, including organizing periodic training sessions on quality assurance and sustainable fishing practices to enhance the quality of Nigerian aquaculture products.
Also, Mr. Svein Baera, the Norwegian Ambassador to Nigeria, expressed admiration for the popularity of Norwegian stockfish in the Nigerian market. Despite the long distance, the product’s freshness and durability have made it a staple in many Nigerian households.
In a landmark moment for private maritime enterprise, China’s first privately funded scientific research vessel, the Haiying Jiake, was officially launched on Tuesday in Songmen town, Wenling, located in Zhejiang province.
Breaking away from the traditional model of state-sponsored oceanography, the project was financed by a dedicated group of 37 local fishermen. The ambitious venture required a total investment of approximately 150 million yuan ($21.9 million).
The Haiying Jiake is a formidable addition to the nation's fleet, boasting the following specifications:
Length:82 meters
Operational Range:10,000 nautical miles
Purpose: Designed for multidisciplinary research in open waters.
The launch signifies a growing trend of private capital fueling scientific advancement. By providing a platform for complex oceanic studies, these Zhejiang entrepreneurs are bridging the gap between industry and academia, ensuring China's maritime exploration continues to expand into deeper horizons.
Europêche Warns of Tariff Exemption Because It Sees It “Is Impossible to Guarantee Traceability and Compliance with Health Standards”
The European fishing industry association Europêche has just reiterated to the European Commission's Directorates-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE) and for Trade and Economic Security (DG TRADE) its “deep concern” about the elimination of tariffs foreseen in the draft free trade agreement between the EU and Indonesia, “the world's leading tuna producer.”
Source: La Voz de Galicia | Read the full article here
In response to the persistent price volatility that continues to affect shrimp producers worldwide, Nutreco has significantly expanded its Eruvaka smart aquaculture ecosystem, now present in 12 countries. This expansion helps shrimp farmers implement smart solutions to increase productivity and reduce risk at a commercial scale.
Three years after acquiring full ownership of the Indian company, as Nutreco points out, “Eruvaka has evolved from a technology provider to a globally integrated platform that now manages approximately 20,000 harvests per year. More than 45,000 hectares of shrimp ponds are managed and monitored through connected systems, with over 60,000 smart feeding devices in operation.”
Source: iPac.acuicultura | Read the full article here
Lice laser pioneer Stingray Marine Solutions said it has completed construction of its second factory in Norway, adjacent to its existing plant.
The building will help the company further increase production to meet demand from “several large aquaculture customers”, said co-founder and CEO John Arne Breivik in a LinkedIn post.
Stingray’s technology removes salmon lice using cameras, advanced software, and a targeted laser which is controlled by artificial intelligence.
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A fishing port in Torbay has seen sales more than double in the past five years with the "upward trajectory" showing "no signs of slowing", a report has found.
Due to its success of sales rising from £36.8m in 2020 to £77.7m in 2025, Brixham's fishing port could be extended with new buildings if approved by Torbay Council's cabinet on 12 May.
The council is expected to approve the next stages of plans to extend buildings at Oxen Cove for the Brixham Port Infrastructure Project
Author: Guy Henderson / BBC | Read the full article here
The government of Canada has approved the import of disease-resistant oyster broodstock from the United States, as part of a package of emergency measures to save the oyster industry in Prince Edward Island (PEI).
Farmers in PEI have been facing a double threat from two diseases, first detected in the region in 2024, which have led to high mortality rates in oysters and substantial losses for the entire sector.
Multinucleated Sphere Unknown (MSX) and Dermo (also known as Perkinsosis) pose no risks to human health or food safety, but they can cause decreased growth rates and increased oyster mortality.
Author: Robert Outram / Fish Farmer | Read the full article here
The iconic ice fishing trawler Gullver NS has officially been sold and renamed Elisabeth H. According to the Icelandic Herring Processing Company (Síldarvinnslan), the vessel’s new home port is Banjul, the capital of Gambia. The new owner, a Norwegian national, renamed the ship after his daughter.
Built in Flekkefjord, Norway, in 1983, the 674-gross-ton vessel is powered by a 1,770 horsepower MAK engine. It arrived in Seyðisfjörður on July 12, 1983, originally owned by Gullberg hf. Síldarvinnslan acquired the company in 2014, maintaining the ship’s operations for over 40 years.
Chief Engineer Gunnlaugur Hafsteinsson, who served on the vessel since 1987, shared highlights of its rugged past:
The 1994 "Smugutúr": The crew survived winds over 20 meters per second and temperatures of -18°C, which encased the ship in a solid block of ice.
The sale follows Síldarvinnslan’s decision to replace Gullver NS and Jóhanna Gísladóttir GK with the trawler Birtingur NK. Elisabeth H was recently prepared for its new journey.
The German group has submitted a non-binding offer for the GNYK shipyard, putting it in competition with Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems amidst the European rearmament.
The German defense giant Rheinmetall has submitted a non-binding offer for German Naval Yards Kiel, a shipyard specializing in military construction and currently part of the French CMN Naval Group. The operation, first reported by Reuters, opens a new industrial battle in Germany and reflects the growing interest of the arms sector in the naval business in a context of increased defense spending in Europe.
The problem of fraud in fishery labeling, progress in combating bycatch, and food safety were the central themes of the 5th Annual Technical Conference organized by the Association of Fishery Producer Organizations of Cantabria (OPPs Cantábrico), which this year took place in Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa. The meeting, which brought together around fifty representatives from the fishing sector, the canning industry, public administration, and technological and scientific centers on Friday and Saturday, began with two presentations dedicated to fish food safety.
Sofía Ioannidou, from EFSA (European Food Safety Authority), presented data from the EU Menu program on the frequency of consumption of different species of fish, crustaceans, and mollusks and its relationship to methylmercury exposure.
Source: Fishing Industries | Read the full article here
David Thomson, Food and Drink Federation Scotland’s Chief Executive Officer, said:
“Congratulations to John Swinney MSP and his party for their election win. We look forward to working in active partnership with the new government to address the challenges facing Scotland’s food and drink manufacturers and to support a sector that plays a vital role in our economy and food security.
“As we set out clearly in our recent letter to the next First Minister, food and drink manufacturing sits at the heart of the weekly shop, supports tens of thousands of jobs across Scotland
NIGERIA
Speaking during a visit to Otto foodstuff market Abiodun Cheke, Consultant for the Norwegian Seafood Council in Nigeria, emphasised the importance of this initiative: “By reducing import duties, we can significantly lower prices, making it more accessible to the average Nigerian. This will help combat protein deficiency, especially among children, and prevent malnutrition-related diseases like kwashiorkor.”
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In response to the persistent price volatility that continues to affect shrimp producers worldwide, 
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A fishing port in Torbay has seen sales more than double in the past five years with the "upward trajectory" showing "no signs of slowing", a report has found.
CANADA
The government of Canada has approved the import of disease-resistant oyster broodstock from the United States, as part of a package of emergency measures to save the oyster industry in Prince Edward Island (PEI).
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The problem of fraud in fishery labeling, progress in combating bycatch, and food safety were the central themes of the 5th Annual Technical Conference organized by the Association of Fishery Producer Organizations of Cantabria (OPPs Cantábrico), which this year took place in Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa. The meeting, which brought together around fifty representatives from the fishing sector, the canning industry, public administration, and technological and scientific centers on Friday and Saturday, began with two presentations dedicated to fish food safety.
David Thomson, Food and Drink Federation Scotland’s Chief Executive Officer, said:
