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The Scottish Fishermen's Federation (SFF) was formed in 1973 to preserve and promote the collective

The Federation plays an active role in advancing the interests of Scottish fishermen at national and international levels by lobbying government officials in Edinburgh, London and Brussels. The Federation also plays a key role in helping to inform: fisheries science; the management of the marine environment; inshore fisheries management; marine spatial planning; marine safety regulations and industry recruitment and training programmes.

05/06/2026

This National Fish and Chip Day, we're celebrating one of the UK's best-loved meals and the important role seafood plays in our culture and coastal economy. 🐟

Fish is one of nature's most sustainable and renewable sources of protein - wild caught from our seas and delivered fresh to our plates.

Today is a chance to celebrate more than a comfort-food classic but to recognise the value of the seafood industry and the people who keep it moving.

04/06/2026

After seven years as Chief Executive of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation, Elspeth Macdonald has announced she will retire from the organisation in March 2027.

Elspeth took up the role in 2019 and has been an exceptional advocate for Scotland's fishing industry through some of the most significant challenges in its history, from Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic to the successful campaign against Highly Protected Marine Areas.

Her knowledge, professionalism and unwavering commitment to Scotland's fishermen has earned her widespread respect across the industry, in government and beyond.

On behalf of everyone in Scotland's fishing industry - thank you, Elspeth. 🎣

Read more on our website: https://loom.ly/m94OPV8

02/06/2026

𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 - 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲

🔷 Neart na Gaoithe Offshore Wind Farm (NnG) wishes to advise fishermen that inter-array cables have been installed within their consented development area. The project wishes to provide the cable route information to the fishing industry via Horizon Watch to support awareness of the installed infrastructure to assist in safe fishing operations within the vicinity of the wind farm.

These files are available to download in fishing plotter file formats for industry use from the SFF website under the “safe seas” section and are intended to provide fishermen with improved awareness of the location of installed inter-array cables.

https://www.sff.co.uk/horizon-watch-downloads

02/06/2026

𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 - 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲

🔷 Neart na Gaoithe Offshore Wind Farm (NnG) wishes to advise fishermen that a rock protection campaign has been successfully completed on the inter-array cables within the NnG Offshore Wind Farm area. A Notice to Mariners (NtM) (NtM 187 Revision 44) was issued by NnG to this effect on 16 March 2026, which included a list of as-laid coordinates of the rock-protection locations over the inter-array cables.

While the NtM sets out the as-laid coordinates, the attached Fishermen’s Advisory Note has been published to further notify the fishing industry of the infrastructure which has been installed, as well as providing a link to reference fishing plotter files created by SFF under Horizon Watch, detailing the rock-protection locations.

https://www.sff.co.uk/horizon-watch-downloads

21/05/2026

We’re incredibly proud to share that Horizon Watch by Scottish Fishermen's Federation has won Initiative of the Year at the 2026 Fishing News Awards! 🏆

This recognition is a huge achievement and reflects the hard work, collaboration, and commitment behind Horizon Watch and the positive impact it continues to make across the fishing industry.

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported the initiative and helped make this possible.

You can read the full coverage of the Fishing News Awards 2026 in the latest edition of — pick up your copy to see all the winners and celebrations from the night!

For more information on Horizon Watch visit
https://www.sff.co.uk/horizon-watch-downloads

14/05/2026

Today the Scottish Fishermen's Federation is proud to be supporting , a 24-hour celebration shining a spotlight on the UK’s fishing and seafood industry.

The campaign is a great opportunity to recognise the people, skills and communities that keep our sector moving, from crews at sea to the wider seafood supply chain on shore.

We encourage our member associations, fishermen and Scotland’s wider fishing community to get involved, share their stories and help showcase the vital role fishing plays in our coastal communities and national food security.

12/05/2026

🏆 We’re proud to be pictured receiving the Initiative of the Year award for Horizon Watch at the Fishing News Award 2026.

A huge thank you once again to everyone who voted for us!

It was a fantastic evening celebrating the achievements and successes across the UK and Irish fishing industries.

Horizon Watch helps developers and fishers work together before cables are installed.

To find out more about Horizon Watch
https://www.sff.co.uk/horizon-watch-downloads

08/05/2026

Today, Team SFF is at Stand C2 at Scottish Skipper Expo 2026 at P&J Live.

Scottish Skipper Expo is a key event for the fishing industry, bringing people together to connect, do business, exchange ideas and discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the sector.

If you’re attending today, come by and say hello to the team!

07/05/2026

Today marks the opening of Scottish Skipper Expo 2026 at P&J Live, with the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation proud to jointly sponsor the event alongside Peterhead Port Authority.

Scottish Skipper Expo provides an important opportunity for the fishing industry to come together, do business, share ideas and discuss the key issues shaping the future of the sector.

Chief Executive Elspeth Macdonald said: “It’s great to see so many exhibitors here today, and whether you are a ‘regular’ at Scottish Skipper Expo or are here for the first time, I hope that you do good business as well as finding time to catch up with clients and friends along the way.”

Taking place on the same day as the Scottish Parliament election, this year’s event comes at a significant moment for fishing in Scotland. From the future of fisheries policy and marine planning to offshore renewables, safety at sea and the development of the next generation of fishermen, the decisions made in the years ahead will have a lasting impact on coastal communities and fishing businesses across the country.

We hope everyone attending Scottish Skipper Expo 2026 has a productive and enjoyable event.

07/05/2026

We’re delighted to see Horizon Watch by Scottish Fishermen's Federation, recognised as Initiative of the Year at the 2026 Fishing News Awards! 🏆

Horizon Watch is an information bulletin designed to keep Scottish fishermen informed about upcoming subsea cable routes and installations. With increasing offshore developments, early access to this information is vital in helping improve safety, minimise disruption, and protect livelihoods across the sector.

This recognition highlights the importance of collaboration, communication, and innovation in supporting the future of the fishing industry.

Congratulations to everyone involved in the development and continued success of Horizon Watch.

If you’re attending Skipper Expo Aberdeen over the next two days, be sure to visit us at Stand C2 — we’d love to see you there!

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