Basque tuna fleet, first in the world to be certified for its global sustainability

The Basque tuna fleet of Bermeo becomes the first in the world to be certified for its global sustainability. It received the MSC blue seal. Thus, it supports the activity of 44 ships operating in the Indian, Pacific, and Atlantic oceans. In addition, the fishing company Echebastar has obtained the AENOR Responsible Tuna Fishing (RTF)…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJuly 27, 20220Comments

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Nueva Pescanova Namibian fishing fleet, first to obtain labor compliance certification

The FISH Standard for Crew certification NovaNam, a subsidiary of the Nueva Pescanova Group in Namibia, has become one of the first companies in the world and the first in Namibia to achieve the FISH Standard for Crew certification. This certification proves ethical labor compliance on board its fishing vessels. It employs a crew of…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJuly 25, 20220Comments

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2021-2030 Norway’s Climate Action Plan: Reduce aquaculture production emissions

The Norweigan government has published its Climate Action Plan for 2021–2030 which promotes the development of low- and zero-emission solutions in the aquaculture industry. Thereby, the Government will introduce requirements where possible. For example, there will be lower emissions from more and more of the vessels and trucks that transport fish from fish farms to…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJuly 12, 20220Comments

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First Nations and Canadian government advance in water management negotiations

Under the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nations Transition to Stage 5 Memorandum of Understanding The governments of First Nations Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw, Canada, and British Columbia have signed a new agreement that will further advance reconciliation and treaty negotiations over the management of land, water, and natural resources. Thus, Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nation Leaders, Hereditary Chiefs; the Honourable Marc Miller, federal…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJuly 12, 20220Comments

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Norway develops satellite tracking technology to uncover illegal fishing

Focus on developing countries and small island states Norway has developed a tool for satellite tracking and inter-agency cooperation to uncover illegal fishing. The main challenge is developing countries and particularly small island states where they present lack tools to monitor their waters. The Norwegian government has confirmed these data satellites can make a…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJuly 8, 20220Comments

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When union means strength

Whether due to a global pandemic, war, or economic instability, there will be always major threats to global food and nutrition security and countries' food systems. Therefore, there is an increasing need to seek an integrated approach to reverse the negative implications on dietary intake and nutritional status. Today, we are going to look…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJuly 6, 20220Comments

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Bumble Bee Seafood Company bets on partnerships to protect the oceans

Those are listed in its 2022 Seafood Future Report The Bumble Bee Seafood Company has launched its 2022 Seafood Future Report which shows a variety of strategic partnerships to protect the oceans and the people who rely on them for their livelihoods. Thereby, the Company makes its commitment clear to feeding a growing population. Firstly, the report indicates…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJune 14, 20220Comments

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The new Ibero-American Artisanal Fisheries Network is now a reality

In collaboration with WWF Spain The Ibero-American Artisanal Fisheries Network (RIPAPA, in Spanish) is an initiative led by the Conil de la Frontera Fishermen Producers Organization (OPP72) in collaboration with WWF Spain and the Society for the Development of Coastal Communities. As well as various sector entities from almost every Iberoamerican country. This network aims…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezJune 6, 20220Comments

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RFVS certification for a cold-water prawn fishing vessel for first time

Under the Global Seafood Alliance’s Best Seafood Practices Responsible Fishing Vessel Standard (RFVS) has certified a cold-water prawn fishing vessel for the first time in the certification’s history. The RFVS certification is a part of the Global Seafood Alliance’s Best Seafood Practices (BSP). The certified vessel, Merike, is a 70-meter trawler and it targets cold-water…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezMarch 21, 20220Comments

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Carlos López Jall, new CFO of Spain Nueva Pescanova Group

He joins the Executive Committee too El Grupo Nueva Pescanova has announced Carlos López Jall as the new Director Financial and Administration Officer of the company. Also, he will take part in the Executive Committee and report directly to the CEO of the company, Ignacio González. Grupo Nueva Pescanova López Jall has more than 30…

ByRocio Álvarez JiménezMarch 14, 20220Comments

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