Other Media | EuropaAzul: Shipyards show their concern about Asian prices and competition
EUROPEAN UNION
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Maritime Blue Growth (MBG), the first international congress of the maritime industry, was launched at the Euskalduna Palace in Bilbao, addressing the future of the blue circular economy. The sector considers "it is essential to promote new avenues of collaboration in the face of the imminent change in the business model and the birth of new value chains."
Christophe Tytgat, Secretary General of Sea Europe, expressed his concern "for the future of the shipyards due to the price difference" and requested to cover the "market niches based on innovation after the advance of China. Now China offers you the ship you want, but not Japan and Korea.
The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Arsenio Domínguez, will lead the organization's delegation to the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP-29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, from today until November 22, an event that will bring together world leaders along with 40,000 delegates representing governments, civil society and the private sector to discuss how to address climate change.
In line with the Paris Agreement, the global maritime sector has committed to achieving the goals of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from shipping by 2050, in line with the IMO's 2023 Strategy to reduce GHG emissions from ships.
Source: Industrias Pesqueras l Read the full article here
This plant in Ecuador consolidates a group of three facilities in the Andean region dedicated to this country, offering versatility and flexibility adapted to the needs of a shrimp industry in constant change and evolution.
In a changing and challenging environment for the aquaculture industry, Nicovita reaffirms its commitment to Ecuador by implementing an expansion strategy in infrastructure, technology and human resources. With the opening of a state-of-the-art plant in the country, Nicovita is positioned at the forefront of the manufacture of balanced feed for shrimp, betting on sustainable and efficient growth in the country, and on the future of the sector.
Knowing as it does - because it has suffered it firsthand - that 40% of inshore fishing, 66% of deep-sea fishing and 87% of long-distance fishing were not profitable with the fuel prices reached in 2022, how could the fishing sector not want to be free of fossil fuels and decarbonize? Of course it wants to. It would do so tomorrow. Without even waiting until 2050. But it happens that this is an activity that is particularly difficult to decarbonize and it is trembling at the possibility that the European Commission will apply the same recipe to its energy transition as to other measures (attached fins, landing obligation...)
The last solution is presented as a good alternative to gradually abandon diesel.
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The quest to find an acceptable non fish version of salmon has been given a €2m-plus boost from the European Union.
The Austrian food-tech company Revo Foods is working with the biotech company Paleo on a project to develop an imitation salmon style fillet using proteins derived from yeast.
The project has now caught the attention of the EU which has granted it funding worth £2.2m.
Author: Vince McDonagh / Fish Farmer l Read the full article here
The National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) in Chennai recently held a remarkable competition titled “Vision 2047,” where over 40 emerging young scientists gathered to present their forward-thinking ideas. This event aimed to inspire innovation and creative problem-solving in areas critical to India’s scientific and technological growth.
The competition attracted bright minds from various scientific domains, with each participant bringing fresh perspectives and inventive solutions to the table. These young scientists showcased concepts ranging from oceanographic research advancements to cutting-edge technology applications in environmental sustainability, energy, and climate resilience.
Vision 2047 reflects India’s aspirational goal of becoming a leader in scientific advancements by the nation’s centenary in 2047. A distinguished panel of senior scientists meticulously evaluated each idea based on its feasibility, innovation, and potential to make significant impacts.
This initiative by NIOT underlines the importance of fostering young talent and encouraging bold ideas that align with India’s long-term scientific vision. The Vision 2047 competition is expected to not only accelerate scientific innovation but also strengthen India’s leadership in global scientific contributions.
Could the salmon farming industry have its own version of Elon Musk?
Norway’s rugged fjords and cold waters have long been home to one of the world’s largest salmon farming sectors, but mounting environmental pressures have cast a shadow over its future. Now, an innovative industry figure is looking to disrupt the traditional methods, aiming to transform salmon farming with bold new technology.
Sondre Eide, CEO of Eide Fjordbruk, has been described as the “Elon Musk of salmon farming” by UK newspaper The Times in an article highlighting his efforts to reshape Norway’s aquaculture industry.
Author: Matthew Wilcox / SalmonBusiness l Read the full article here
Morocco chaired the Scientific Advisory Committee of the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM), held from 4 to 8 November at FAO headquarters in Rome, and obtained, for the fourth consecutive time, the Award for Conformity with GFCM standards, reaffirming its regional leadership and its commitment to the sustainable management of fisheries resources.
The Kingdom was represented at the 47th session of the GFCM by a large delegation composed of representatives of the Maritime Fisheries Administration, the National Institute for Fisheries Research (INRH), the National Fisheries Office (ONP) and the National Agency for the Development of Aquaculture (ANDA).
Under the presidency of Morocco, the scientific committee contributed to the formulation of recommendations to ensure the sustainability of fishery resource stocks, the conservation of marine habitats and the adoption of responsible fishing practices, ensuring optimal management of fishery resources in the Mediterranean region, according to the Moroccan delegation.
On this occasion, Morocco received, for the fourth consecutive time, the Award for Conformity with GFCM standards, for its continued commitment to the implementation of the commission's decisions.
(EFE) – The sinking of a 129-ton fishing vessel off the coast of Jeju Island, South Korea, on Friday has resulted in the tragic loss of two crew members, with ongoing efforts to locate 12 others, as reported by local media.
The vessel, which carried 27 crew members, included 16 South Korean nationals and 11 foreign crew members. Following the incident, 15 individuals were rescued and transported to nearby hospitals. Two South Korean crew members were found unconscious during the rescue and were later declared dead.
The distress call signaling the vessel's emergency was received by local authorities at 4:33 a.m. on Friday (19:33 GMT on Thursday), alerting them that the Geumseong fishing boat was sinking approximately 24 kilometers from Biyang Island in Jeju Province.
At the time, the crew was reportedly transferring their catch to another vessel when their fishing boat began to submerge. According to the Coast Guard, the vessel is now fully submerged in South Korean waters.
In response, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has directed the Coast Guard, Ministry of Defense, and Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries to mobilize all necessary resources and personnel to intensify the search and rescue efforts for the 12 remaining missing crew members.
Barramundi Group Ltd. (“the Company”) (EURONEXT: BARRA) – Reference is made to the stock exchange notice dated 11 October?2024 regarding the Company’s application for a Moratorium Order.
The High Court of the Republic of Singapore (“the Court”) has today, under section 64 of the Insolvency, Restructuring and Dissolution Act 2018 (“IRDA”), granted the Company a moratorium period of 4 months commencing from the date of application. Any extension shall be applied for and granted at the discretion of the Court.
The Company will take this time to carry on negotiations for restructuring funding, as well as a compromise of its debts with creditors. Existing shareholders may reach out for more information regarding these plans.
Further updates will be provided as the restructuring process progresses.
"Mechanic Shcherbakov" is being built for the Russian Fishery Company under the investment quota program. This is the sixth vessel of the project, named in honor of the honored veteran of the industry, participant of the Great Patriotic War, senior mechanic Ilya Shcherbakov (1930 - 2020).
The large freezer fishing trawler of the ST-192 project is one of the most modern fishing vessels in the world. In terms of its technical and technical-operational characteristics, it surpasses all previously built vessels of its class. In total, the fishing fleet of the Russian Fishery Company will include 11 such supertrawlers.
"The new generation of vessels ensure maximum safety, compliance with global environmental standards and improved working and rest conditions for crews. It is gratifying that such large-scale projects are being implemented in Russia, at the USC enterprise - Admiralty Shipyards. This is the oldest shipbuilding enterprise in our country. It is here that the traditions of domestic shipbuilding are being strengthened and modern competencies are being developed. Behind all this are the people working at the enterprise, who design and build the new Russian fleet,"noted the head of the Federal Agency for Fisheries Ilya Shestakov.
The vessel is designed to catch and process 60 thousand tons of fish annually. On board there is equipment for the production of all types of products from pollock and herring, including a new product - surimi.
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