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A red rope in the water next to a dock.

Work ongoing to trace source of oil spill in Lerwick

10 November 2023

Local whitefish boat Tranquility fishing off Shetland. Photo: Ivan Reid

Industry welcomes confirmation that HPMA proposals have been scrapped

7 November 2023

A large rock with a plaque on it.

Updated

Hopes that smaller cruise ships could visit Northmavine

4 November 2023

A man in overalls sitting on a boat.

Scallop fisherman scoops ‘hero of the year’ prize

Whalsay’s George Andrew Williamson has been recognised by the Marine Stewardship Council

27 October 2023

New salmon farm proposed off Vementry

24 October 2023

Fishing vessel "antonio maria" on rough seas viewed from another ship's deck.

Fishing minister brands Antonio Maria incident ‘truly shocking’ – but MCA will not investigate

19 October 2023

A man intently monitors navigation screens in a ship's bridge simulator.

UK Government provides funding boost for Scalloway campus

18 October 2023

A red and white fishing boat named "antonio maria" at sea connected by a rope, with a dark sky above.

Government says it has no powers following safety at sea incident off Shetland

16 October 2023

Fishing vessel "antonio maria" on rough seas viewed from another ship's deck.

Updated

Fishing crew furious after yet another incident involving a foreign owned vessel

16 October 2023

LPA reports positive progress

6 October 2023

Value of isles salmon reaches new high

4 October 2023

Full survey planned as Pilot Us set to be moved indoors

3 October 2023

A large group of individuals wearing matching blue shirts gathers for a group photo in front of a tall ship docked at a grassy waterfront.

Busy year for sail training scheme

30 September 2023

A large cruise ship near a coastal town with clear views of the landscape and water.

Record number of maiden cruise calls

24 September 2023

Surprise and disappointment as cod quota set to be cut despite abundance on the fishing grounds

21 September 2023

Two fishermen hauling nets on a boat.

Local scallop fishery an example for sustainability, MSC says

20 September 2023

Two boats anchored near a coastline with a small islet in the background at dusk.

Lifeboat tows scallop dredger into Lerwick

20 September 2023

A stingray gliding over the sea floor near a diver's net.

Fisheries scientists release ‘amazing’ video as part of new study into flapper skates

‘We hadn’t seen anything like it before,’ says one researcher working on the project

19 September 2023

Two vessels at sea: a large boat with a white superstructure and a smaller orange lifeboat to its right.

Lifeboat comes to the help of aquaculture vessel

18 September 2023

A large hill with rocky cliffs slopes gently into a blue ocean under a partly cloudy sky.

Meeting planned to allow folk to have a say on £4m salmon farm plan

14 September 2023

Industry says new report on fish stock based on ‘naïve assessment’ and ‘limited understanding’

13 September 2023

Investigations continue into minor damage to ferry caused by submerged object

12 September 2023

Photo: Shetland News

Scottish Government consults with fishermen on electric monitoring systems

14 August 2023

Two fish lie on a bed of ice on the left, while a fishing boat labeled "LK 57" is shown sailing on water on the right.

Local vessel catches rare albino haddock

14 August 2023

A dockside scene with fishing gear, including lobster pots and ropes, organized near a vessel. People are working in the background, and vehicles are parked nearby.

Charity divers recover 1,500kg of lost fishing gear

14 August 2023

The Bluemull Sound ferry terminal.

Ferry maintenance to reduce Bluemull Sound to single vessel on Monday

12 August 2023

Documentary reveals exploitative working conditions on board gill netters

11 August 2023

November deadline for fishermen to obtain medical certificate

11 August 2023

Goodlad to introduce Salt Roads to Faroese readership

11 August 2023

Two scuba divers hold a "Ghost Fishing UK" banner underwater, near a submerged structure, with two other divers in the background.

Conservationists and fishermen working in harmony: ‘Everyone’s a winner’

10 August 2023

Four individuals stand side by side on a wooden dock with various boats moored in the background on a calm day.

Federation elects female team to lead on fishing

8 August 2023

Two scuba divers in full gear remove a large fishing net from the ocean floor, with a buoy attached to the net for lifting.

Charity divers getting ready for ghost gear trip

2 August 2023

An orange tugboat guides a small sailboat near a large docked cruise ship in an industrial port area with various buildings and vessels in the background.

Lifeboat called to grounded yacht

2 August 2023

Video shows ‘Jack Sparrow’ climbing to top of tall ship sails

28 July 2023

Three uniformed cadets stand on the deck of a tall ship, with sails and rigging visible behind them, against a backdrop of a harbor with other ships.

Bima Suci crew enjoying Shetland’s beauty and eager for royal visit

27 July 2023

A person wearing glasses and a red cap stands in front of a boat named "Boy Leslie," where two other people are seen in the background handling the ropes.

Boats begin to arrive for Tall Ships

23 July 2023

Colorful illustration of multiple sailing ships on the ocean, with bunting flags spelling "SHIP2021" across the top. The water and sky are painted in various shades of blue.

Maritime heritage to be celebrated at museum this summer

Meanwhile the suspended boats – taken down over safety concerns – are due to return to the museum after the summer

22 July 2023

Lerwick harbour ‘feeling the buzz’ as Tall Ships arrival looms

22 July 2023

A person in a red life jacket stands near a body of water with boats and a fish farm in the background. Trees and hills are visible in the distance.

New strategy to support Scotland’s fish farming sector

21 July 2023

Four adults are standing together on a dock by a marina, with boats and buildings visible in the background.

Board appointments at port authority

20 July 2023

A large sailboat with white sails moves across the ocean, carrying several people on board. The water is calm, and the sky is clear.

Tall Ships on their way to Shetland as cruise in company leg leaves Fredrikstad

18 July 2023

Two large fishing vessels docked at a harbor with blue industrial buildings in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Port successful in attracting funding to reclaim land at Arlanda

17 July 2023

A red and white fishing vessel docked beside a pier with the identification "LX986 Prolific." Various equipment is visible on the boat, and colorful flags are strung along the mast.

60 North Fishing director welcomes arrival of new Prolific

7 July 2023

A red and white fishing vessel marked with "LK 986" navigates through calm water at dusk, with a seagull flying overhead and land visible in the background.

New Prolific arrives just before midnight

7 July 2023

New Altaire a ‘big upgrade’, skipper says

3 July 2023

Government shelving HPMAs a ‘cautious win’ for industry

2 July 2023

A large fishing vessel named Altaire LK 428 is sailing on the water, adorned with nautical flags and carrying lifeboats on its upper deck.

New Altaire arrives in Lerwick

1 July 2023

‘Sigh of relief’ as government makes u-turn on HPMA proposals

29 June 2023

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