IN BRIEF - Vietnam's fishery exports up 20 pct in August
VIET NAM
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
HANOI (Xinhua) -- Vietnam earned 953 million U.S. dollars in August from exporting fishery products, up nearly 20 percent over the same period last year, local media reported Monday, citing the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP).
Apart from squid and octopus, of which export turnover decreased by 15 percent, the exports of most of Vietnam's key fishery products reported double or triple-digit growth in August.
Shrimp exports rose by 30 percent, pangasius by 18 percent, tuna by 13 percent, and other marine fish by 12 percent.
The value of Vietnam's fishery exports in the first eight months of 2024 was estimated at 6.3 billion dollars, up 9 percent year on year, said the report.
According to the association, Vietnam saw a gradual recovery of seafood exports during the first eight months of this year, both in terms of demand and price.
The association expects that seafood exports for 2024 will be at 9.4-9.5 billion dollars, up 6 percent compared to 2023.
Health authorities in France have issued an alert regarding the voluntary recall of fresh albacore tuna loins under the Bigfish brand after detecting histamine, a toxin that causes severe food poisoning and allergic reactions.
The fish, sold vacuum-packed with skin in 2 and 6-kilo formats, was distributed between August 4 and August 7, 2026, through Super U in Plouarzel. The action targets batch 26072026, featuring traceability code MDV/LHP/ALAM6/23G26/YFT and an expiration date of August 9, 2026.
The official body RappelConso, which released the notification on August 17, 2026, urges consumers not to eat the product and to return it to the point of purchase for a full refund. Consuming this toxin can rapidly trigger symptoms such as flushing, facial swelling, headaches, nausea, vomiting, or gastrointestinal distress.
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Fishing sector bears full brunt of diesel price hikes over six months as aid remains unpaid
Since March 22, vehicles have been compensated for fuel price increases caused by the conflict in the Middle East whenever they refuel. Five months after the Government announced compensation of up to 20 cents per liter to offset rising fuel costs, fishermen have yet to receive "a single euro," even though the Ministry of Fisheries published lists of eligible vessels and the corresponding amounts for each shipowner back in mid-June. Facing mounting pressure, they continue to pay out of pocket to try to earn a living and keep supplying seafood. Burdened by nearly six months without fuel aid, balancing the books is becoming impossible.
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Despite the decline in total traffic, container throughput showed positive growth during the first six months of the year. Hamburg handled 4 million TEUs between January and June, representing a year-on-year increase of 3.8%. In terms of tonnage, growth reached 4%.
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Seafood Expo Asia says it is drawing exhibitors and guests from across four continents for its big show early next month.
The event which spans aquaculture and fishing, reflecting Asia’s growing seafood demand, takes place between 2-4 September at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore.
It will be the 14th edition of the exhibition. The organisers say the main hall will feature the full spectrum of seafood innovation and seafood products.
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The latest penalty brings fines imposed on foreign vessels for illegal fishing in Argentine waters during 2026 to more than ARS 4.533 billion.
Argentine authorities sanctioned the Hai Xing 2, a Chinese-origin vessel sailing under the Tanzanian flag, after detecting fishing activity inside the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) near Golfo San Jorge.
The vessel received a fine of nearly ARS 1.9 billion, becoming the fourth foreign fishing vessel sanctioned by Argentina in 2026 for illegal operations in waters under national jurisdiction.
FFA-coordinated surveillance operation strengthens regional efforts to detect and deter illegal fishing across Pacific waters.
The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) flagged 16 vessels for further investigation during a regional surveillance operation targeting illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The coordinated crackdown reinforces cooperation among Pacific nations to identify suspicious fishing activity, improve compliance and protect the region’s valuable tuna and marine resources.
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VIET NAM
Apart from squid and octopus, of which export turnover decreased by 15 percent, the exports of most of Vietnam's key fishery products reported double or triple-digit growth in August.
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Investment, regional cooperation and sustainable production are expanding opportunities across the continent.
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Since March 22, vehicles have been compensated for fuel price increases caused by the conflict in the Middle East whenever they refuel. Five months after the Government announced compensation of up to 20 cents per liter to offset rising fuel costs, fishermen have yet to receive "a single euro," even though the Ministry of Fisheries published lists of eligible vessels and the corresponding amounts for each shipowner back in mid-June. Facing mounting pressure, they continue to pay out of pocket to try to earn a living and keep supplying seafood. Burdened by nearly six months without fuel aid, balancing the books is becoming impossible.
GERMANY
The geopolitical crisis in the Middle East and its impact on maritime traffic have left their mark on Germany's main port—and one of Europe's most important ones. The Port of Hamburg closed the first half of 2026 with a total throughput of 56.1 million tonnes, a 3.1% decrease compared to the same period the previous year. The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) has largely attributed this decline to a drop in imports of petroleum products resulting from the war in Iran.
KENYA
Launched during the Covid-19 pandemic, Njuki-ini Fish Farm has grown into a family-run business focused on ornamental fish and expanding aquaculture opportunities in Kenya.
SINGAPORE
Seafood Expo Asia
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Argentine authorities sanctioned the Hai Xing 2, a Chinese-origin vessel sailing under the Tanzanian flag, after detecting fishing activity inside the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) near Golfo San Jorge.
AMERICAN SAMOA
The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) flagged 16 vessels for further investigation during a regional surveillance operation targeting illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The coordinated crackdown reinforces cooperation among Pacific nations to identify suspicious fishing activity, improve compliance and protect the region’s valuable tuna and marine resources.
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The 3D-COAST system is designed to automate oyster handling, cut labor needs and produce up to 125,000 oysters per raft annually.
JAPAN
