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FishCallipo: turnover for the first time exceeds 100 million euros
The brand grows in the tuna in oil sector both in volume and value
2024 ended with an important milestone for the Callipo Group: for the first time in 112 years, the turnover exceeded 100 million euros. The group, which employs over 420 workers overall, includes, in addition... more
FishTuna: EU-Cape Verde agreement for regulated activity
56 French, Spanish and Portuguese vessels will be able to fish up to 7,000 tons by 2029
56 EU vessels have been authorised to fish for tuna and tuna-like species over the next five years in Cape Verdean waters, under an updated fisheries agreement. Specifically, these are 24 freezer tuna... more
FishVongola Romagnola becomes EU registered trademark
Identity sees the adhesion of the fishing cooperatives associated with Legacoop
The "Vongola Romagnola" becomes a registered trademark in the European Union. The territorial collective trademark of the Consortia for the Management of Molluscs of Ravenna and Rimini has obtained the... more
FishEurostat: 3.3 million tons of fish caught in the EU in 2023
Approximately 72% of the total catch occurred in the Northeast Atlantic
In 2023, the total EU fish catch was estimated at 3.3 million tonnes live weight from the seven marine areas covered by EU statistics. This continued the downward trend in catches since 4.6 million tonnes... more
FishConsorcio: over 58 million kg of fish saved in Spain and Peru
Spanish company publishes sustainability report: 64.4% of workforce is female
Grupo Consorcio, a Spanish company operating in the premium segment of the canned fish market, publishes the seventh edition of its Sustainability Report, for the first time also in Italian after the opening,... more
FishEurostat: Fisheries cover 74% of aquatic animal production in the EU
Aquaculture still marginal in the old continent (but not in the rest of the world)
In 2022, the EU’s aquatic animal production stood at 4.2 million tonnes, with landings of fisheries contributing to an estimated 3.1 million tonnes and aquaculture reaching 1.1 million tonnes.This means t... more
FishAquaculture: 20 million euros from the EIF under InvestEU
Support for the Blue Revolution Fund venture capital fund to encourage innovation and sustainability
The European Investment Fund (EIF) has announced its support for the venture capital fund Blue Revolution Fund, providing € 20 million under InvestEU and investing in early-stage aquaculture businesses, d... more
FishFisheries: EU Council ok with measures for ICCAT convention area
Multi-year management plan for Eastern Atlantic and Mediterranean bluefin tuna also adopted
The Council of Ministers of the European Union has formally adopted a regulation transposing into EU law a series of management, conservation and control measures in the Convention Area of the International... more
FishBluefin tuna, (almost) Tokyo market auction record
720 thousand Euros for a fish of 238 kilos that does not break the record of 2019 (2.1 mln Euros)/Video
In Japan was sold at auction a bluefin tuna of 238 kilos to the figure (almost) record 114 million yen, or 720 thousand Euro. The sale took place during the traditional auction, the first of the year of... more
FishSpain: Norway lobster fishing reopens in the Gulf of Cadiz
Measure agreed with Portugal, after three months of closure to avoid exceeding the quota
In Spain, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has decided to reopen Norway lobster fishing for the fleet operating in the Gulf of Cadiz (functional unit 30 of division 9A), starting from midnight... more
FishBaltic Sea: EU agreement for new fish stocks
The TACs have been reshaped, with the aim of reconciling sustainability and the interests of fishermen
European Union fisheries ministers have reached a political agreement on total allowable catches (TACs) and quotas for the most commercially important fish stocks in the Baltic Sea. The agreement is in... more
FishUrbis food: funding arrives from the Fondo Agroalimentare Italiano (Unigrains)
After this operation, the investment company will have mobilized over 80 million euros in 5 years
Urbis Food has shared an important development plan with Fondo Agroalimentare Italiano and some co-investors, aimed at further enhancing the GiorgioMare brand, setting itself the goal of doubling turnover... more
FishNorwegian Seafood Council: Tom-Jørgen Gangsø new Director Italy
Norwegian fish products are increasingly appreciated in Italy
The Norwegian Seafood Council announces the appointment of Tom-Jørgen Gangsø as Director Italy, effective July 1, 2023. Gangsø began his career at the Norwegian Seafood Council in 2012, after receiving an... more
FishWaiter, can you print me a grouper fillet?
Israeli Steakholder Foods has created the first 3D edible fish
An Israeli company has created the first 3D-printed bio grouper, ready to cook after "printing". The company Steakholder Foods and has created a "non-traditional" fish to eat that does not harm the environment,... more
FishOctopus farming: scientists concerned (and some opposed)
Animal rights activists up in arms over Spain's Nueva Pescanova project for world's first aquaculture
In today's warlike scenario, where everyone has something to say about everything, the octopus war, which arose in the wake of the plan to build the world's first octopus farm in the Canary Islands, could... more
FishRosso di Mazara goes online
The promotional video dedicated to foreign markets has been published/ Video
Rosso di Mazara, a family company that has almost a century of shipping history, has made public the new promotional video on its website and on the connected social channels. Under the guidance of the... more
FishWorld Oceans Day is celebrated on 8 June
Msc presents research on the attitudes and motivations of those who base their diet on fish
World Oceans Day is celebrated on 8 June, intended to raise public awareness of the essential role they play in our life and in the general health of the environment. For the occasion, the Msc Marine Stewardship... more
FishWorld Environment Day and World Oceans Day 2022
Mare Aperto contributes to the transformation towards a more sustainable world with the We Sea program
50 and 30 years after their establishment, respectively, World Environment Day (June 5) and World Oceans Day (June 8) are likely to go almost unnoticed in the eyes of public opinion today focused on other... more
FishThe Italian pavilion at the Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona
The evolution of the Italian fish supply chain between innovation, transparency and sustainability
From 26 to 28 April, 6 Italian regions (Calabria, Campania, Emilia-Romagna, Puglia, Sardinia and Tuscany) will take part in the large international showcase dedicated to fishing and aquaculture. more
FishSustainable fishing: Bolton Group's Food Business Unit enters in Napa
Among the most important coalitions for the procurement of certified fish products
Safeguarding the oceans and sustainable fishing to ensure their prosperity: the Food Business Unit of Bolton Group, one of the market leaders in the canned fish sector with the Rio Mare, Saupiquet, Isabel... more
FishAquaculture, Skretting Aquaculture Innovation arrives
A multifunctional unit in Norway that integrates all aspects of innovation, from basic to applied research
Skretting Arc, a research organization of Skretting (a company that deals with the provision of innovative and sustainable nutritional solutions for the aquaculture industry), has been renamed and refurbished... more
FishNomad Food Italy: the "A school for the future" project is underway
From Findus an educational program to discover the values of the sea and the earth
In 2,500 Italian classes, for a total of about 48 thousand students, an educational program to support teaching to bring the world of the sea and sustainable fishing to the school desks. “A school of t... more
FishPescanova wants to grow in Italy
The Spanish group entrusts the first communication campaign to Life
The new Italian advertising campaign of Pescanova, a Spanish group of fish products, with 60 years of history, a fleet of 70 ships, 10,000 employees and an international presence in 24 countries, is on... more
FishNew DNV certification for F4F products
Important tool for sustainable aquaculture by Skretting
New certification for F4F productsA new important certification has been granted from DNV to Feed4Future. The new certification covers not only the carbon neutrality feature, but all the sustainability... more
FishThe EU finances EcoeFISHent
A circular economy project for fishing in the name of blue economy and sustainability
Recovering and reusing fish and fishing material waste to reduce food waste and safeguard marine ecosystems thanks to technological innovation: this is the goal of the European project born in Genoa EcoeFISHent... more
FishThe week of sustainable fishing lands in Italy
The first edition organized by the Marine Stewardship Council from 1 to 7 November 2021
The week of sustainable fishing promoted by MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) has started, which sees important retailers, brands and companies in the fishing sector gathered around a common goal: to raise... more
FishThe pandemic does not stop the race for fish sustainability
According to Msc's annual report, there is a growing trend in the sector towards responsible fish supply/Annex
The volume of blue brand fish products sold in our country increased by 10 thousand tons (reaching 37 thousand tons), up by 30% compared to last year, according to the latest edition of the annual report... more
FishA more sustainable fishing industry is possible
Ibm's project in the Kvarøy islands
The fishing industry is the third largest export in Norway and some of the finest salmon varieties in the world are farmed in these waters, in areas such as Kvarøy. At a historic time when consumers seek... more
FishJbs: both meat and fish
Launches take over on Australian salmon producer
From beef, pork and poultry - of which the Brazilian group Jbs is a world leader - to fish, specifically salmon. The Sao Paulo giant has in fact launched an amicable takeover bid by the Australian salmon... more
FishThe power of fish protein for athletes
The Tokyo Olympics choose Msc sustainable fishing
Athletes have different nutritional needs depending on their discipline, upcoming competition, and the needs of their training regimen. " A good source of protein at every meal helps muscle repair and... more
FishSpain, France and Italy Comprise Over a Half of European Frozen Crustacean Imports
In value terms, imports dropped to $4.6B (-2,7%) in 2020
In 2020, frozen crustaceans imports in the European Union reduced to 601K tonnes, which is down by -2.7% on the year before, due to supply chain disruptions and limitations of the HoReCa segment. In value... more
FishTuna Day: Rio Mare reaffirms its commitments to sustainability
According to the ISSF, 87% of tuna stocks are in good health today
On the occasion of World Tuna Day, which was celebrated on 2 May, Rio Mare (Bolton Group), leader in the canned tuna market in Italy and Europe, reiterated the importance of sustainable fishing and its... more
FishPirovano (Rio Mare) leaves the board of Issf
Kevin Blixer of Thai Union appointed to chair of the foundation for marine sustainability
The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) announced the appointment of Kevin Bixler as Chair of its Board of Directors. Mr. Bixler, Global Director of Group Fish Procurement for Thai Union... more
FishZarotti closes 2020 with record growth
Turnover for the group of fish preserves equal to 39.6 million (+ 23%)
Zarotti of Parma, specialized for 70 years in the production of canned fish (tuna, anchovies, anchovies, mackerel), closed 2020 with a + 23% turnover, going from 32 to 39.6 million in revenues: an increase... more
FishNutreco, advances the sustainability roadmap
The Dutch giant of animal nutrition joins the Science Based Target initiative
Nutreco, Dutch group, a global leader in animal nutrition and feed for aquaculture, announces the rollout of its sustainability strategy through to the end of 2025. This five-year strategy, called RoadMap... more
FishThe importance of women in the Greek aquaculture sector
On March 8, Hapo opens the doors of the factories of the associated companies to address the issue
On the occasion of the International Women's Rights Day or, more commonly, "Women's Day", which occurs on March 8 every year, Hapo (Hellenic Aquaculture Producers Organization) opens the doors of the establishments... more
FishMare Aperto achieves Co2 neutrality
Achieved one objective of the "We Sea" corporate social responsibility program
Mare Aperto, a company among the leaders in sustainability in the canned fish sector, announces the achievement of neutrality in CO2 emissions as part of its commitment to energy sustainability, one of... more
FishThe Starlacks salmon to Arcadia Sgr
With the support of Banca Euromibiliare, Ethica and Banco Bpm
Arcadia Sgr has acquired 100% of Starlaks Italia, making the fourth investment of the Private Equity fund Arcadia Small Cap II. The agreement was signed with the founding partners of Starlaks Andrea Balbo,... more
FishBrussels promotes sustainable fish consumption
"Taste the Ocean", a social campaign supported by 9 European chefs, is starting
The European Commission has launched "Taste the Ocean", a new campaign on social networks in which the best European chefs promote the consumption of fish and shellfish caught or produced in a sustainable... more
Press releaseThe "Blue Cookbook" of Msc sustainable fishing is coming
Ten international chefs together for the oceans
Marine Stewardship Council (Msc), a non-profit organization that works to promote seafood sustainability through its standards for sustainable fishing, publishes the "Blue Cookbook": 10 recipes from 10... more
FishSkretting Italia certifies its "zero emissions" portfolio
First aquaculture feed producer to obtain the status
ISO 14067: 2018 is the international standard that provides globally agreed principles, requirements and guidelines for quantifying and reporting the carbon footprint of a product more
IndustryTyson Ventures invests in vegetable shrimp
New Wave Foods raises $ 18 million in a series A funding round
New Wave Foods, a San Francisco, California-based manufacturer of a plant-based shrimp alternative, raised $ 18 million in a Series A funding round, Forbes reported. This figure includes an investment... more
FishAntitrust: ok the acquisition of Lagumar Seas by Pai Partners
The transaction in Italy concerns Riunione Industrie Alimentari and doesn't create a dominant position
Green light by the Italian antitrust to the acquisition of the Spanish group Lagumar Seas (parent of the Iberian fish brand Angulas Aguinaga, 220 million euros in turnover in 2019) by Maverick Directorship... more
FishChristmas, fish on the eve for 15 million Italian families
Fish turnover of the holidays at -25%, reports PescAgri-Cia
Covid and tight travel will not deprive Italians of the fish menu, typical of Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. It will be brought to the table in 2 out of 3 houses, with an average cost of € 70 per u... more
Studies and researchVitalis Prima, the diet of breeders and fry
Skretting's new nutritional solution, meets the needs of farmers
Launched globally, Vitalis Prima is Skretting's new marine breeder nutritional solution that supports spawning and fry health. The product that replaces Vitalis Cal, incorporates some of the latest technologies... more
Press releaseMarine Stewardship Council publishes new "Annual Report"
409 fishing activities have the certification Msc
Marine Stewardship Council, an international non-profit organization that promotes ocean health through its seafood sustainability standards, publishes the new annual report containing data and the progress... more
Press releaseFeed4Future carbon neutral offering now available for Skretting customers
First-to-market low impact feed now available for Italian farmers, taking Italian aquaculture to new levels of sustainability
Feed4Future is born, the innovative carbon neutral line feeds by Skretting based on raw materials and by-products from the food industry. About a quarter of the world's greenhouse gas emissions are generated... more
DistributionMareblu (Thai Union): a new 'drop-proof' tuna adv campaign in Italy
The new spot emblem of authenticity, practicality and Italian style
The new Mareblu Tuna in Oil arrives on Italian tables thanks to a new commercial spot broadcast by the main national televisions, a sequel to the advertising campaign launched in July 2020. Mareblu, a... more
FishSkretting Italy rallies the value chain for post-COVID opportunities
The new aperitivONline platform is helping to reimagine aquaculture food systems
Recognising that the food landscape is likely to be very different as the world emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic, Skretting Italy has been hard at work alongside many of the country’s leading aquaculture p... more
FishTuna fishing, a new guidebook detailing best-practices
Published by the International Pole & Line Foundation and the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation
A new guidebook detailing science-based best-practices for maximising catch value and also minimising the environmental impacts of these fisheries is jointly published by the International Pole & Line... more