Have you been looking for an easier way to get permits for your commercial fishing business? When you sit down to fill out one of these permit applications, does it feel like it takes entirely too long? The unfortunate truth is that every moment you spend completing an online permit application is one moment that…
Responsible fishing at commercial levels helps to protect the environment and its sea life. Not all potential hazards to the water are contamination-related, but the methods and tools used for commercial fishing get their fair share too. As irresponsible people sometimes choose to fish off-season, you need to comply with the authorities and process a…
As a leisure activity, fishing is loved by many as a relaxing pastime. Commercial fishing, which involves the sale of caught fish, is also a lucrative line of work for many individuals and companies in the U.S. An integral part of the economy, commercial and industrial fishing provides food and work for many Americans, and…
Fishing at state or federal level is one big source of income for people who own a US vessel documented for commercial purposes with the United States Coast Guard. All the time, individuals look for other people interested in commercial fishing to become business partners. Thinking smart does not only help to calculate costs, investment,…
Before starting a commercial fishing business, there is a fair amount of research to be conducted. You will need to make sure that you have the right boat, gear, and maybe even a crew. You should also do a bit of market research to make sure that your business plan is economically viable. Before you…
The great thing about commercial fishing is that it’s a business that can be done in a wide variety of places. With so much coastline surrounding the United States, there is no shortage of fisheries to be accessed by entrepreneurially-minded anglers. Whether you are seeking crab in Alaska, shrimp in the Gulf of Mexico, or…
If you are a commercial fisherman, you probably have a checklist that you review before you leave the dock. You make sure everything is packed, such as lines, safety items, and supplies. You also make sure your crew is accounted for. Maybe you even do a final maintenance check on your vessel to ensure that…
Have you considered expanding your Alaskan fishing operation to fish for pollock as well? Do you already fish for pollock and other Alaskan species, yet are looking for a way to expedite and streamline the online permit process? At the Commercial Fishing Permits Center, we believe that the permit process should be seamless and worry-free….
If you are related to the commercial fishing business in (or close to) Alaska, then you must have heard of Amendment 80. If you have not, or you want to know more about it, then this article is for you: we will tell you everything you need to know about Amendment 80 Program, up to…
If you are a commercial fisherman, you are no stranger to preparation. You understand that before heading out to sea–often for days at a time–you need to make sure that you have everything you need. That means checking the fuel and oil on your boat, keeping your life jackets and first aid kits stocked, and…