Industry challenges ‘overly precautionary’ ICES advice on North Sea cod, and next-generation renewable energy moves ahead, with nine offshore wind and five tidal sites earmarked. Plus: our in-depth review of the impressive new Shetland midwater trawler Antarctic, a conversation with young boatbuilder Alasdair Grant about the future for wooden fishing boats, a portrait of the Essex cockle-fishing family spotlighted in the latest MSC campaign, and a day in the life of a Stornoway fish merchant.

Industry challenges ‘overly precautionary’ ICES advice on North Sea cod, and next-generation renewable energy moves ahead, with nine offshore wind and five tidal sites earmarked. Plus: our in-depth review of the impressive new Shetland midwater t....