Smartrawl set for sea trials: update from FIS at global summit
October saw FIS Executive Director Kara Brydson and Chair John Goodlad travel to St Andrews to take part in the Responsible Seafood Summit, hosted by the Global Seafood Alliance. Across four days, the Summit welcomed seafood experts, businesses, and innovators from all over the world - with discussions ranging
The role of solar in fishing: taking innovation into your own hands
Over the past 2 years, FIS has been delighted to work alongside Hans Unkles, inshore fisherman from Tayvallich, Argyll and Bute, on the west coast of Scotland, as he created the UK’s first fully electric, MCA accredited commercial fishing vessel. Alternative fuels in commercial fishing don't come without technical,
FIS is seeking a new Chairperson
FIS, the coalition of experts driving innovation for a prosperous and sustainable UK seafood industry, has announced that current Chair, John Goodlad, will be stepping down from the Board in December 2024. The charity, which is governed and funded by M&S, Sainsbury’s, Young’s Seafood, Seafish and the Fishmongers’ Company,
Hydrogen power: the future of fishing?
We have unveiled our latest report taking a practical look at decarbonising the UK fishing fleet, this time comparing hydrogen fuel as an option to deliver net-zero fishing vessels. Produced by experts at Macduff Ship Design, and with support from Marine Fund Scotland, the research provides detailed vessel specifications,
Smartrawl presents at the FIS Board Meeting
Last week, the Smartrawl team presented their latest project progress to the FIS Chair and Board. Led by Rosie Ashworth from Heriot-Watt University, we heard a range of project updates: from AI integration to trialling the stereo-camera and the successful approval of a patent. Our Board members had the opportunity