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14th April 2026
Fishing boat registration
We’re familiar with the concept of vehicle registration plates and the historical changes that reflect the age of the vehicle, including the change which occurred in 2001 which also added regional pro...
A Few Knots & Hitches
For some people, this may be second nature . But you’d be surprised just how many people we’ve come across who still haven’t got to grips with tying some basic but essential knots. Knots (and hitches)...
TEN THINGS TO CHECK if you are considering a second hand boat
Buying a used item can mean getting a bargain but it can also mean making some compromises about the condition of what you are buying. This is true of cars, furniture or fishing boats. When it comes t...
1st June 2025
Tips on How to sell your boat or buy a boat on FAFB
SELLING YOUR BOAT
16th May 2025
And now The Shipping Forecast
The shipping forecast is a twice daily broadcast on FM (four times on LW) and is compiled by the Met Office, principally to provide the maritime industry with ongoing information about the prevailing...
Todays Fish Prices Live
Many fish markets have changed from a traditional shout auction to online auctions.
3rd January 2025
Training courses for UK fishermen
Do you know There is mandatory training for UK fishermen ? Often this is supplied free from Seafish. Please check when your next course is running
10th December 2024
Improve my advert on FAFB
Things to consider 1- State the price if possible, the most common question is, What’s the price ? Giving a rough indication of what price you require really helps buyers 2- Add good pictures or video...
1st December 2024
Fishing / boat ,safety
The Fishing Industry Safety & Health (FISH) Platform has welcomed members from more than 10 countries at their meeting held in Cape Town, South Africa on 20 and 21 November. This has been FISH Platfor...
27th November 2024
Billingsgate Fish market.
"There will always be a place to buy fish from in London. It might not be here and it probably won't be called Billingsgate but it will continue." The news that London's oldest fish market is facing p...
6th November 2024
Shetland and the Yawl or Sixareen
The Shetland yawl sometimes spelled Yoal was first imported in the mid 19th Century from Norway Where they were built and taken apart and "flat packed". The Norwegian builders initially came over to S...
12th August 2024
It'll Never Work - An All-Electric Lobster Boat
The film follows the real-life struggle of converting the UK’s first fishing boat to solar and electric power to fish at a competitive and commercial level. It's set on Scotland’s West coast in the sc...
24th January 2024
Parry Beach and Les Pinniger
We have been camping here first time about 15 years ago Each time we come back it seems better If swimming fishing and nature are top of your list you will love this place The bird is a blue fairy wre...
27th August 2023
Scalloway Shetland
Scalloway ( from the old Norse ,bay with large houses) Was once the Capital of Shetland , Scalloway is located in the west while Lerwick which is now the main port is on the East of the Shetland Ma...
16th April 2023
Changing a Jabsco Impeller and where to get the parts
'I know how important it is to keep your diesel engine running smoothly out on the water. One part that you'll want to keep an eye on is the impeller. Here's how to spot a broken one and change it out...
4th April 2023
Drawm.com Fish boxes Ice boxes Langoustine /Prawn Crates
Drawm.com offers a wide choice of different types of containers, including fish boxes, ice boxes, and langoustine crates. These containers are designed to store and transport fish, seafood, and other...
31st March 2023
Seafarers charity Press Release
The fishing fleet in Northern Ireland will benefit from a new Fishing First Safety Management project from The Seafarers’ Charity. The Northern Ireland Fishing First project is set to benefit fishing...
23rd March 2023
The Importance of Replacing Anodes to Protect your Boat's Hull and Engine
Boating anodes also known as sacrificial anodes or zincs, are an essential component of marine vessel maintenance, as they help protect the boat's metal components from galvanic corrosion. Galvanic co...
23rd February 2023
Aurora Borealis
Although the Aurora Borealis is typically associated with the Arctic regions, it is also visible in some parts of the United Kingdom. Here's a brief overview of its history and some interesting facts...
10th February 2023
ICS FLAGS a brief explanation
'International Code Signal (ICS) flags are a set of flags used by ships and boats to communicate important messages while at sea. The flags are used to send messages between ships or between ships and...
7th February 2023
AIS explained
'Automatic Identification System (AIS) is a modern technological tool that is revolutionizing commercial fishing. AIS is an electronic system that enables ships to automatically identify themselves an...
26th October 2022
The Sea farers Charity Movie MCA Inspection requirements
The Seafarers’ Charity has funded a new information film to help fishers meet new MCA inspection standards. Click here In partnership with the National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations (NFFO) a...
3rd September 2022
S&P BLAIR Engineering
The engineering company S&P Blair has been manufacturing equipment from Dunbar since 1933 when the Company was established by the founder Peter Blair. Blair formed the company when he returned to Dunb...
25th June 2022
FAL Propellers-Supply and Repair
F A L Propellers have been serving the marine industry for over 50 years. During this time the skilled workforce has repaired over 34,000 propellers, from fishing vessels, work boats, oil rigs and pl...
