SWFPA

16/02/2026

16/02/2026

SWFPA is pleased to offer offices for rent at their new HQ at Kinnaird House South Harbour Road, Fraserburgh. Board Room and meeting rooms also available as part of a package.Contact 01346585368 for further information

04/02/2026

How embarrassing for the Government and the Home Office that they have just granted a three year visa waver to Norwegian wellboats operating in UK waters. This at the same time they are removing the route for the fishing industry to employ skilled workers from overseas from December this year. An utter betrayal of UKs fishing industry once again.

The agreement has been crucial in enabling Norwegian wellboats to operate in British waters without ...

27/01/2026

✅ Now Hiring: Part-Time Data Input Controller (20 hrs/week)
Fraserburgh | Competitive Salary | Immediate Start Potential

SWFPA Crew Services is expanding fast and needs a highly accurate, detail-obsessed Data Controller to keep our crew records and compliance systems flawless.

If you’re methodical, love working with bespoke databases, and pride yourself on zero errors — this is your role.

What you’ll do

Accurate data input & daily maintenance in our custom systems
Verify, audit and correct data discrepancies
Ensure full compliance with regulatory standards
Handle sensitive personal data with total professionalism
Provide admin support to the Crew Welfare team
You need

Proven data input / data control / admin experience
Experience using bespoke or non-standard computer systems (essential)
Obsessive attention to detail and high accuracy
Strong independent worker with excellent organisational skills
What we offer

Part-time, 20 hours per week (with flexibility)
Competitive salary (DOE)
Supportive team + established, respected organisation
Location: Kinnaird House, Fraserburgh

Apply now → Send CV + short covering letter to [email protected]
For an informal chat: 01346 585367

Closing date: Friday 13th February

Call now to connect with business.

14/01/2026

Great to see our new building, Kinnaird House, being utilised by the wider seafood industry. Today it was a workshop by the Scottish Ocean Cluster ‘From Marine Resource to High Value Solutions’. Interesting talks focused on developments in Iceland.

22/12/2025

Christmas Message
David Milne, Chairman, Scottish White Fish Producers’ Association
Dear Members,
As we approach the festive season, I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the year gone by and to look ahead to what the future holds for Scotland’s catching sector. The work you all undertake is nothing short of remarkable. Operating in some of the harshest conditions imaginable, your dedication and resilience ensure our industry not only survives but thrives. It is a difficult industry, but one that brings immense pride and reward to those within it.
Many of us have enjoyed a successful year in 2025, marked by admirable resilience and noteworthy achievements across the sector. However, as we look ahead to 2026, we are mindful of some emerging challenges, particularly the anticipated reduction in cod opportunities. Despite this, our commitment to sustainability remains unwavering, as demonstrated by our proactive efforts, such as introducing new closures to safeguard spawning cod. These initiatives are vital for protecting vulnerable stocks and show our determination to adapt and secure the long-term health of our fisheries.
Despite these achievements, further challenges persist. The expansion of offshore renewables, the laying of new cables, and the designation of Marine Protected Areas all contribute to what is now referred to as the ‘spatial squeeze.’ The pressure on our fishing grounds is real and growing. However, it is precisely in times like these that our unity and determination matter most. We must continue to work together to defend our most productive areas of the sea, ensuring the livelihoods of our members are protected and that our industry remains at the heart of Scotland’s coastal communities.
Looking ahead, collaboration with government on new fisheries management plans and future catching policies offers both challenge and opportunity. If we get these policies right, we can secure a healthy, productive, and sustainable catching sector for generations to come. Your expertise and input are crucial as these plans take shape. Our voice must be heard in shaping policies that reflect the realities of our sector and protect its future.
Above all, I want to highlight how efficiently our sector delivers top-quality seafood to the public. By working together, we’ve adopted innovative practices and focused on sustainability, making Scottish seafood both accessible and valued nationwide. These strengths will be key as we tackle future challenges.
On behalf of the Scottish White Fish Producers’ Association, I wish you and your families a peaceful Christmas and a healthy, prosperous New Year. Let us look forward with optimism, confident in our ability to overcome whatever lies ahead.

18/12/2025

Wishing all our members, industry colleagues, friends and associates a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 🎄🎄🎄

05/12/2025

Reacting to the outcome of annual international fisheries talks determining catch quotas Mike Park, chief executive of the SWFPA, said: “The year 2026 will be very challenging for the catching sector, but as a responsible industry we have to recognise the role we play in stock recovery. After all, fishermen are custodians of the seas.

“Talks this year were very challenging given the advice from ICES on the Northern cod stock, but also for other stocks such as northern saithe and ling.

“Most challenging of all was the headline advice for Northern cod which suggested zero catch.

“The outcome takes into consideration the downturn in this stock and the added protection it requires, especially so in the southern component.”

18/11/2025

EU-Norway-UK trilateral round 2 kicks off in Edinburgh today.

28/10/2025

And off we go. Day 1 1st plenary uk eu trilateral on jointly managed stocks

28/10/2025

Today is round one, day one, of the Norway, EU and UK trilateral negotiations on jointly managed stocks, which includes Northern Cod. Long stretch ahead.

25/10/2025

Did you know? Scotland produces the highest percentage of the UK’s landings and much of that passes through our world-leading processors.

SSA members are innovating every day to deliver value, quality, and traceability.

Discover who we are and how we support the sector: www.scottishseafoodassociationcom