04 Nov 2025
Photo by David Clode The European Union has introduced new rules to protect the Dogger Bank, an emblematic Natura 2000 site in the waters of Germany and the Netherlands, with a ban on mobile bottom-contacting fishing gear in specific areas coming into effect on 18 November 2025. Protection measures and objectives Starting 18th November 2025, fishing […]
04 Nov 2025
Photo by Knut Troim The Antarctic krill fishery has become the focal point of escalating international tensions, with Norway’s proposal to nearly double catch limits, the arrest of a Ukrainian marine biologist on treason charges, and a major UK retailer’s decision to withdraw from the krill market highlighting the complex challenges facing Southern Ocean […]
04 Nov 2025
Photo by Bob Brewer Scottish farmed salmon survival rates have fallen to their lowest level in 35 years, with government data revealing a survival rate of 68.7% for smolts put to sea in 2021, according to the Scottish Government’s Fish Farm Production Survey. Historic low survival rates For smolts introduced to marine sites in 2021, the survival […]
04 Nov 2025
Photo by Mael Balland An international collaboration between fishers and researchers is creating what scientists are calling a “transformational” dataset on ocean temperatures, one that promises to improve not only fishing operations but also the forecasting of significant weather events including marine heatwaves, cyclones, La Niña and El Niño. Sensors recording water temperature and […]
04 Nov 2025
Photo by Ben Stern A milestone in marine restoration has been achieved after 50,000 native oysters were deployed into the Daugleddau Estuary in Pembrokeshire as part of a large-scale effort to rebuild natural oyster reefs. The oysters are expected to improve water quality, capture carbon and create habitats for marine life. Foundational to ecosystem health Bridget […]
04 Nov 2025
Photo by Naja Bertolt Jensen Plastic pollution in the ocean could remain on the water’s surface for more than a century, even if no more floating plastic was dumped in the ocean, according to new research from scientists at HR Wallingford and Queen Mary University of London. The study, published in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal […]
28 Oct 2025
2026 Award Theme: Outstanding contribution to ocean and coastal management This year’s award is focussed on inclusive leadership and community engagement: recognising an individual(s) whose leadership has demonstrably fostered greater inclusion and community engagement. The Award celebrates those who are building bridges between diverse groups, breaking down barriers, and creating opportunities for underrepresented communities to […]
28 Oct 2025
Scientists discover nitrogen-fixing bacteria beneath sea ice, challenging previous assumptions and offering potential climate benefits Photo by Chris Marquardt Scientists have discovered a hidden phenomenon beneath Arctic sea ice that challenges long-held assumptions and could trigger an unexpected boom in marine life as the ice continues to melt. An international team led by the University […]
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