Commercial fishing Related News

Declining populations of Atlantic salmon in Isle of Man waters have prompted a public consultation that will help shape a long-term plan to protect and...

The Isle of Man Government has granted full legal protection to the common thresher shark, making it an offence to deliberately catch, harm or kill the...

Businesses and individuals are invited to help shape new environmental laws that will modernise how the Isle of Man protects its land, sea and air. The...

Two pioneering fisheries initiatives in Manx waters are gaining momentum, with pre-Christmas landings and promotions of the sustainable seafood showcasing...

A newly established Board has met for the first time to explore the best ways to sustainably manage recreational fisheries on the Isle of Man. The...

The Isle of Man has entered a new era in fisheries management, marking a significant milestone in its autonomy over how its sea fishery resources are...

Local fishermen have successfully caught the allocated 100 tonne quota of herring in Manx waters within weeks of receiving Government support to...

A Scottish firm has been fined £20,000 after its vessel was found fishing illegally in the Isle of Man’s territorial waters last year. The owner of the Star...

An invasive non-native (INNS) worm species has been discovered on two boats in Ramsey after they were removed from the water for cleaning and maintenance. The...

Local fishermen have started to catch herring in Manx waters thanks to new UK quotas that could enable a commercially viable Manx fishery for the first time...