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Aquaculture water quality and classification for shellfish

We’re working with aquaculture producers, regulators and researchers looking at UK water quality to increase production of high quality shellfish.

Brominated Flame Retardants

Although there is no specific legislation on brominated flame retardants (BFRs), the European Commission continues to monitor their toxicity and prevalence.

Onshore Approved Training Providers

At Seafish we work in partnership with individuals to ensure that the onshore seafood industry has access to high quality and cost-effective training.

A social license to operate indicates the level of approval from the community that an industry has to operate. Seafish facilitated a workshop to explain the concept, how it works and the reasons for attaining and building high quality stakeholder relationships in this way.

Plastix: Providing a unique solution to a complicated problem

Plastix is a Danish recycling company which aims to provide more sustainable solutions for cleaner environments and oceans. It specialises in converting fibres - primarily from used fishnets and ropes - that could previously have ended up in the ocean or on landfill into high-grade raw materials which can be used to create new products.

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the seafood supply chain at Nomad Foods

Nomad Foods, a leading producer of frozen seafood, has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Aquafil’s ECONYL® yarn: Taking nylon from high water to high fashion

ECONYL® regenerated nylon is created from nylon waste that could otherwise have ended up in landfill or oceans around the world. This repurposed material is the same quality as brand new nylon and can be recycled and remoulded again and again, unleashing infinite possibilities for manufacturers and consumers.

Inverlussa launch the UK’s first full hybrid aquaculture vessel

Inverlussa Marine Services has launched the UK’s first fully-hybrid aquaculture service vessel which will help reduce carbon emissions.

Working to carbon neutrality at The Bay fish and chip shop

A climate change business case study looking at how The Bay fish and chip shop in Stonehaven has reduced its carbon emissions.

Latest Quarterly UK Seafood Trade Data

An analysis of UK Seafood Trade for April to June 2023 from our economics and insight team.

Minimising greenhouse gas emissions by importing super-frozen tuna

Imports of super-frozen tuna products can be transported by sea rather than air freight, which reduces the carbon footprint.

Aquaculture data and insight

Aquaculture is the fastest growing food supply sector globally and is important to the UK seafood industry. We collate research on the UK industry.

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