Commercial fishing is an important industry in Alaska because it helps to support a large number of Alaskans and makes a contribution to the overall economy of the state. But the Alaska Department of Fish and Game and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have rules that commercial fishermen must follow to protect the…
Are you thinking about beginning a commercial fishing business? Before you start assembling a crew or packing up your boat, you will want to gain an understanding of commercial fishing permits. The Alaskan coastline and interior waters are bountiful when it comes to sellable seafood, but to keep your business operating legally, getting the right…
Are you interested in fishing groundfish off the west coast but aren’t sure what permits are involved? Do you already fish groundfish in the area and are looking for a way to streamline the permit process? Groundfish are plentiful, to say the very least, in the western waters of the United States. However, if you…
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…
Fishing for a living is one of the oldest practices by mankind. All along with history, ships have sailed away to provide individuals or communities with seafood, be it for subsistence or trade. As time went by and societies developed, regulations and requirements have aroused regarding commercial fishing to organize and control these activities. Modern-day…
Commercial fishing companies go where the fish go. To be in a better position to do that, you need the right kind of commercial fishing permits. At our company, we take great pride in offering fishing permits that allow professional, commercial fisherpeople to fish what and where they want to fish. That means offering permits…
Commercial fishing is a big business in the U.S. and global economies. In 2019 alone, commercial fishermen netted nearly 9 billion pounds of seafood on American waters. With billions of dollars and millions of livelihoods generated and supported by commercial fishing, it is an industry that is always attracting newcomers. If you have found yourself…
When you have to interact with the National Marine Fisheries Service in the course of your day-to-day commercial fishing operations, does it seem like it’s more laborious than it should be? Do you need to apply for and receive many permits quickly? Or, do you only need a permit or so but want the process…
Obtaining commercial fishing permits in the United States can be a complicated process, as regulations vary by region. As you probably already know, before beginning a commercial fishing business, there is a considerable amount of research and preparation that must be done. For starters, you must ensure that you have the proper boat, equipment, and crew…