In spite of the fact that commercial fishing is one of the oldest occupations in the United States, it is also, in many respects, one of the most heavily regulated. There are quotas for fishing that need to be adhered to, regions and jurisdictions that need to be familiarized with, and, of course, permits that…
When you think about commercial fishing, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) may not be the first thing that comes to your mind. You may associate the Coast Guard with our armed forces, serving as an organization that provides defense for American waters. In truth, that assumption is not off-base. In fact, the ways in…
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has a major responsibility to all American citizens. As this agency is tasked with several important missions, including maritime law enforcement and marine transportation system management, they must closely monitor the boating activity that occurs on federal waters. For this reason, if you have a large commercial vessel that…
Alaska is known as “The Last Frontier” for a reason. With its massive, sprawling size, and vast, untouched wilderness, this state is a little bit different than the rest of the U.S. and is in many ways an outdoorsman’s paradise. Of course, Alaska is also home to thousands of miles of coastline, and the waters…
Commercial fishing is a tough line of work. Between the long hours–sometimes days–spent out at sea, navigating harsh weather conditions, and handling dangerous gear and equipment, it is not a profession that is suited for everybody. For those willing to brave such arrangements, however, there is certainly money to be made in commercial fishing. A…
As inflation continues to persist, Americans are feeling the pinch in their wallet. Between the price of gas and groceries, costs are going up nearly across the board. In Pennsylvania, commercial fishing licenses could be next in line for an elevated price tag. If you happen to make your livelihood in commercial fishing, you are…
Here at the Federal Commercial Fishing Permit Center, we want to make sure we can help you through the process of getting a commercial fishing permit in Maine easily and conveniently. Maine Marine Dealer and Harvester Licenses There are many different kinds of licenses granted to people and entities looking to commercially fish in Maine….
Commercial fishing is tough work. Between long hours spent at sea and the inherent danger of fishing at a large scale, it is not a business for everyone. For those with a tough enough constitution, however, commercial fishing can be a big money maker. In the U.S. alone, commercial fishing annually clears more than $200…
Managing a commercial fishing business is not always easy. You may end up feeling bogged down with paperwork on land instead of getting to spend time out on the water doing what you love. After all, as a business owner, you are tasked with a lot of responsibilities. You have a crew to look after…
If you’re interested in commercial fishing, you probably know about the Port of New Bedford in Massachusetts. Annually, the Port of New Bedford handles millions of pounds of seafood, making it an essential link in the global seafood supply chain. A daily average of one million pounds of seafood enters and leaves the port by…