Oct. 2021

Global fishing industry applauds new ‘pinger’ system as a solution to the problem of locating lost gear

As well as the major financial loss for a skipper to lose his gear and catch, due to storms or being dragged away by another vessel, the environmental impacts of lost gear acting as ‘ghost fishing’ or seabed thrash has for many years been highlighted for the huge damage to fish stocks that it can cause.

Oct. 2021

‘A Game Changer’ – Innovative solution to end ‘lost gear’ problems for fishermen to save money and avoid environmental impact

The international fishing industry is set to welcome a new product on the market that will bring an end to both the financial and environmental impacts for fishermen who lose their pots, gill nets and even trawls.