What happens when biodegradable fishing gear is put to the test in real-world conditions?
In this video, you’ll get an insight into the trials and research on biodegradable materials and fishing gear for fisheries and aquaculture, and what the results so far are beginning to tell us.
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What happens when biodegradable fishing gear is put to the test in real-world conditions?
In this video, you’ll get an insight into the trials and research on biodegradable materials and fishing gear for fisheries and aquaculture, and what the results so far are beginning to tell us.
Watch the video
New research explores fishers’ perceptions of biodegradable fishing gear adoption
The new study "Navigating transition: understanding fishers’ perceptions of biodegradable fishing gear adoption" explores fishers’ perceptions of biodegradable fishing gear adoption, providing insights into key barriers and potential incentives for transition.
Longline fishing becoming more environmentally friendly
A new research project funded by the Norwegian Seafood Research Fund (FHF) aim to develop environmentally friendly materials for use in longline fishing. The project is led by UiT The Arctic University of Norway, together with SINTEF Ocean, SINTEF Industry and industry partners in Dsolve.
UArctic project workshop held onboard RV Helmer Hanssen
During December 2024, UArctic project “Networking for increasing sustainability in snow crab fisheries in the Arctic” held the second workshop onboard RV Helmer Hanssen during a research cruise in the Barents Sea (14th – 20th of December 2024).
Christmas Greeting from the Center Director
Yet another busy year for Dsolve is close to ending, and we can look back on a productive period. Center Director Roger Larsen, recaps 2024 in his Christmas greeting.
Christmas Greeting from the Center Director
Yet another busy year for Dsolve is close to ending, and we can look back on a productive period. Center Director Roger Larsen, recaps 2024 in his Christmas greeting.
How scientists will prevent plastic pollution in the ocean
Ropes and fishing gear used in the fisheries and aquaculture industries are a major source of microplastics in the ocean and littering along the coastline. A multidisciplinary international research team has now drawn up a plan that will help to reduce pollution.
The effect of gillnet twine thickness on capture pattern and efficiency in the cod fishery
What are the effects of gillnet twine thickness on capture pattern and efficiency in the cod fisheries? Read our summary of research results from sea trials in the Northeast-Arctic cod fishery.
Retrieval operations of derelict fishing gears give insight on the impact on marine life
We have created a summary of the research publication 'Retrieval Operations of Derelict Fishing Gears Give Insight on the Impact on Marine Life'
BR Karlsen and two fishing vessels are new partners in Dsolve
An extraordinary general assembly unanimously approved the inclusion of the fishing company BR Karlsen, and the two fishing vessels Vardøyfisk II and Østkapp, as new partners in Dsolve.
Cientists and industry partners – together in Dsolve to develop and test new biodegradable equipment.
SFI Dsolve is researching new materials for fishing and aquaculture gear. See how scientists and industry partners work together in Dsolve to develop and test new biodegradable equipment. This video is produced in collaboration with our research and industry partners.