Fishing processor warn of ‘catastrophic’ impact of Brexit
Brexit will have a “catastrophic” impact on the fishing industry with processors facing a yearly bill of £34 million to export to Europe, sector leaders warned yesterday.
Scottish Seafood Association
Boris Johnson assures north-east industry leaders that fish will still flow to Europe
Boris Johnson has assured north-east fishing industry leaders that fish caught in the UK will be sold to Europe without restrictions after Brexit.
North-east businesses to benefit from new seafood training centre
The creation of a new seafood training centre could help around 100 north-east businesses gain expertise and build for the future.
Seafood processors present united front
Scottish seafood processors have teamed up with counterparts in England to present a united front to champion the sector on both sides of the border.
Public would ban foreign vessels after Brexit – poll
Two-thirds of the public believe fishing boats from other EU nations should be banned or restricted from entering British waters after Brexit, a new poll has revealed.
£250m show of faith in Scotland’s fishing industry
Growing confidence in the future of Scottish fishing has led to a £250million investment in new boats.
Equipment boost for fish processing industry
The future of Scottish fish processing was in the spotlight at a handover event in Peterhead yesterday.
North-east firms gain world-first MSC seal of approval
Four north-east seafood processors have achieved what is believed to be a world first in attaining a highly-prized endorsement of their commitment to responsible fishing.
Fears for north-east fish processors following Forth Road Bridge closure
The chairman of Scottish Seafood Association has warned that the Forth Road Bridge closure will have a "huge" impact on the industry in the north and north-east of Scotland.
Channel quick route only a “sticking plaster” for suffering seafood producers
Plans to trial a “quick-to-market” route for vehicles carrying fresh produce that are caught up in continuing delays at the Channel Tunnel, have been welcomed by the Scottish Government.
Scottish fishing leaders warn industry may never recover if Channel crossing crisis continues
Scottish fish processing chiefs have warned their industry may never recover if the crippling Channel crossing crisis is not resolved swiftly.
French prorests growing crisis for north-east firms
North-east seafood processors are facing huge problems getting their exports to European mainland markets because of disruption in northern France, industry bosses said yesterday.
Calls to take advantage of north-east seafood locally at Taste of Grampian
The national body for the Scottish fishing industry yesterday called on locals to take advantage of the huge range of culinary treasures in the waters off the north-east.
Royal gift of seafood for Charles and Camilla
The Scottish Seafood Association have met with the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay to give the royal couple a huge spread of Scottish seafood at Birkhall, their Scottish residence in Deeside.