IN BRIEF - Fifth meeting of the Network of Research Institutions of the Pacific Alliance will be held in Santa Marta
COLOMBIA
Tuesday, March 07, 2023
On March 15 and 17, the fifth meeting of the Network of Institutions will be held at the headquarters of the "José Benito Vives de Andreis" Institute of Marine and Coastal Research (INVEMAR), in the city of Santa Marta, Colombia. Fisheries and Aquaculture Research Networks of the Pacific Alliance (IIPA-AP Network).
The IIPA Network was born in 2017 in the context of the Work Plan established that year by the Ad hoc group on Fisheries and Aquaculture of the Pacific Alliance whose creation was agreed at the XI Summit of the Pacific Alliance in July 2016, with the objective of building a joint marketing strategy for fishery products of the Pacific Alliance.
The network is made up of the Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) of Chile, the National Institute of Fisheries (INAPESCA) of Mexico, the Institute of the Sea of Peru (IMARPE) and INVEMAR in Colombia. INIDEP (Argentina), SCIRO (Australia) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have also participated as observer institutions.
The objective of this meeting, organized jointly between IFOP and INVEMAR, is to prepare a Work Plan for the period 2023-2024, based on the priority issues defined by the institutions in a previous meeting (2022), which include: Ecosystem Approach, Climate Change and Biodiversity, among others.
Cost-conscious consumers turn to frozen and prepared seafood.
Norwegian seafood consumption has dropped by three kilograms per person over the past decade, according to a new report published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Figures from Flesland Market Information show that average annual consumption fell from 21.5 kg in 2015 to just over 18 kg in 2024 – a decline of nearly 12%. The reduction is largely attributed to rising seafood prices, which increased 63% over the same period, outpacing both meat and sugar price inflation.
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The Icelandic fish farmer Arctic Fish is coming under strong political criticism in Iceland over a decision to relocate its feed plant from a remote community in the Westfjords to a more central location.
Although the distances are not great, travel can be difficult in that region of the country, particularly in winter.
Artic Fish, which is majority owned by Mowi, said at the weekend it planned to transfer from the community of Þingeyri to the more accessible town of Ísafjörðu in the autumn. The round distance is probably around 40 to 50 kilometres.
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This week, Frøy's newest wellboat, MS Veidnes, was christened in Hammerfest. Frøy's CEO, Lars Erling Krogh, and Project Manager, Anette Hansen, were in attendance. Cermaq CEO, Kristin Hurum, served as the godmother for the occasion.
MMC First Process expressed pride in its contribution to the vessel's development. They noted that wellboat construction involves significant innovation, with each vessel being unique. This industry's evolution is driven by a focus on fish welfare and sustainable aquaculture. From the outset, the MMC First Process team, led by Anette Hansen, collaborated with Frøy, engineers, designers, and shipbuilders to deliver the systems and support essential for the vessel's functionality and excellence. They emphasized that the vessel's design prioritizes the fish, with fish welfare as the central concern.
MMC First Process described Veidnes as more than just the sum of its parts, highlighting its holistic architectural approach base
Beijing (Jiji Press) – China has lifted its two-year blanket ban on Japanese fishery product imports, effective Sunday, June 29. The ban was imposed in August 2023 following the release of treated water from the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant.
However, a ban remains for 10 prefectures, including Tokyo and Fukushima, which were already restricted.
Japanese Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi welcomed the decision Monday, calling it a "significant milestone." He stated that both public and private sectors would work to resume exports quickly. Koizumi added that Japan will continue to urge China to lift the remaining bans and resume Japanese beef imports.
An agreement on resumption procedures was reached by both governments in late May.
Tuna Tour, the only activity that allows you to swim among bluefin tuna in the open sea, has introduced "Tuna Tour Try Dive."
L'Ametlla de Mar – A new experience, available since June 26th at tuna-tour.com, lets anyone, regardless of prior experience or diving certification, dive among hundreds of giant bluefin tuna off the coast of L'Ametlla de Mar (Tarragona).
The activity package includes a catamaran trip, all necessary diving equipment, insurance, an instructor-supervised dive, a tasting of Balfegó bluefin tuna, and informative audiovisual presentations in multiple languages.
With this addition, the 13th season of Tuna Tour now offers snorkeling, diving, and the new "Try Dive" option, reinforcing its commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism while promoting the Costa Dorada. David Puente, director of Tuna Tour, emphasizes that "Tuna Tour Try Dive enhances the appeal of our surroundings, showcasing the gastronomic, ecological, and social value of bluefin tuna."
Launched in 2012 by Balfegó, Tuna Tour surpassed 20,000 visitors in 2024 and anticipates a record-breaking year, solidifying bluefin tuna fishing and aquaculture in the region as an international benchmark for sustainability and employment.
OXXEAN, a company specializing in logistics solutions and port infrastructure for aquaculture, has officially joined the partner network of SalmonChile, the country's leading salmon farming association.
With more than 35 years of experience, SalmonChile now brings together nearly 50 companies in the sector, including producers, suppliers, and service companies, with the common goal of promoting sustainable salmon farming, integrated into the region, and based on good practices. In this context, the incorporation of OXXEAN seeks to strengthen the association's vision of a more collaborative and articulated industry with the various stakeholders in the value chain.
Source: MundoAcuicola | Read the full article here
The regional workshop organized in Panama to address these guidelines emphasized that aquaculture is key to regional food security.
On June 23 and 24, as a prelude to the 19th Meeting of the Commission on Small-Scale and Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture for Latin America and the Caribbean (COPPESAALC), 50 specialists from Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay participated in the Regional Workshop on Promoting the Guidelines for Sustainable Aquaculture (DAS, GSA) to advance the implementation of these Guidelines, promoted by FAO
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An appeal to collect fishing gear at the end of its useable life saw more than one tonne of equipment dropped off at a dock.
East Suffolk Council held the four-day appeal at Hamilton Dock in Lowestoft to try to prevent redundant tackle from damaging the environment.
Members of the commercial fishing fleet dropped off a total of 1,194kg of items including nets, ropes, plastic pots and fish crates - the gill nets contained the equivalent of several kilometres of filament, line and rope.
Author: Neve Gordon-Farleigh / BBC l Read the full article here
HAV Design delivers new live fish carrier design to North Salmon Service. HAV Design has been selected as the design provider for a new live fish carrier for Norwegian aquaculture logistics operator North Salmon Service (NSS).
The vessel, featuring a fish well capacity of 5,000 cubic metres, is based on the newly developed HAV 595 design – a versatile platform tailored to meet a wide range of operational requirements.
“NSS and our customers – Nova Sea and Salten Aqua – have focused on ordering a vessel that is future-oriented and delivers on the customers’ high demands for biosecurity and fish welfare
Affordability and shifting trade dynamics are reshaping global seafood markets in 2025, as inflation and tariffs pressure consumer choices and supply chains, according to a report from aquaculture lender and market analyst Rabobank.
In the United States, high import tariffs may exacerbate inflation-driven affordability concerns, prompting consumers to opt for cheaper protein alternatives in price-sensitive retail segments.
Meanwhile, China’s seafood demand is expected to see modest improvement in 2025, supported by stimulus packages.However, persistent consumer price sensitivity may limit growth and lead to downtrading within the protein category.
Source: fishfarmingexpert l Read the full article here
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COLOMBIA
On March 15 and 17, the fifth meeting of the Network of Institutions will be held at the headquarters of the "José Benito Vives de Andreis" Institute of Marine and Coastal Research (INVEMAR), in the city of Santa Marta, Colombia. Fisheries and Aquaculture Research Networks of the Pacific Alliance (IIPA-AP Network).
NORWAY
Cost-conscious consumers turn to frozen and prepared seafood.
ICELAND
The Icelandic fish farmer Arctic Fish is coming under strong political criticism in Iceland over a decision to relocate its feed plant from a remote community in the Westfjords to a more central location.
MMC First Process expressed pride in its contribution to the vessel's development. They noted that wellboat construction involves significant innovation, with each vessel being unique. This industry's evolution is driven by a focus on fish welfare and sustainable aquaculture. From the outset, the 
CHINA
SPAIN
L'Ametlla de Mar – A new experience, available since June 26th at tuna-tour.com, lets anyone, regardless of prior experience or diving certification, dive among hundreds of giant bluefin tuna off the coast of L'Ametlla de Mar (Tarragona).
CHILE
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On June 23 and 24, as a prelude to the 19th Meeting of the Commission on Small-Scale and Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture for Latin America and the Caribbean (COPPESAALC), 50 specialists from Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay participated in the Regional Workshop on Promoting the Guidelines for Sustainable Aquaculture (DAS, GSA) to advance the implementation of these Guidelines, promoted by 
UNITED KINGDOM
An appeal to collect fishing gear at the end of its useable life saw more than one tonne of equipment dropped off at a dock..png)
The vessel, featuring a fish well capacity of 5,000 cubic metres, is based on the newly developed HAV 595 design – a versatile platform tailored to meet a wide range of operational requirements.
EUROPEAN UNION
Affordability and shifting trade dynamics are reshaping global seafood markets in 2025, as inflation and tariffs pressure consumer choices and supply chains, according to a report from aquaculture lender and market analyst Rabobank.
