News / Responsible fishing
WHITEFISH trawler Alison Kay has become the 100th vessel to be certified under the responsible fishing scheme run by industry authority Seafish.
The initiative recognises fishing vessels that demonstrate best practice in fishing operations and crew welfare.
Skipper James Anderson said: “Being the 100th certified RFS vessel is a proud moment for the Alison Kay, because it shows that looking after my crew is the priority while at sea.
“This qualification under the scheme both reassures my crew and those who buy my product know that I am doing everything within my power to have the safest voyages possible.”
Launched in 2016, the Responsible Fishing Scheme requires vessels and skippers to demonstrate they are operating to industry recognised best practice in five core areas.
They are health, safety and crew welfare, training and professional development, the vessel and its mission, care of the catch and care for the environment.
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