The Bureau of Fisheries has finalized its allocation of 31,046 tonnes of shad and 170,112 tonnes of cod for the fishing year spanning 2025 to 2026, as well as for the calendar year 2026.
Last October, the Norwegian Marine Research Institute put forward a capelin quota for the 2025 to 2026 fishing year, recommending a ceiling of nearly 44 thousand tons. That figure is due to be revisited once the new year turns.
Of all the vessels in the allocation, Sigurður VE 15, operated by Ísfélagið hf., came out on top with the largest fur quota at 3,566 tons. Close behind is Venus NS 150 from Brim hf., which was assigned 2,899 tons.
A full breakdown of the allocations for Kolmunna and Loðna can be found on the official data page of the Norwegian Fisheries Agency.
Speaking before the end of the year, Guðmundur J. Óskarsson, head of the pelagic division at the Norwegian Maritime Research Agency, outlined plans for an extensive furrow search. Five ships are scheduled to set out in mid-January as part of that effort.
