National Fisherman

June Spotlight

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Boatbuilding

STec CEO Walt Schulz built the STec RCI system to reduce heat, conserve space in the engine room, and offer the market a Tier IV solution that can be retrofitted onto existing engines. Photo by STec Technology

Solution for boatbuilders facing Tier IV regulations

Paul Molyneaux

To demonstrate the viability of diesel/ electric hybrid power in lobster boats, the Nova Scotia-based Glas Ocean Electric—a longtime leader in developing this technology—built the Sea Cumber. Photo by Glas Ocean Electric

Glas Ocean Electric innovation in hybrid lobster boats

Paul Molyneaux

The moment of truth- popping a hull from its mold. Well-thought-out mold design and careful laminating procedures will guarantee the best possible fiberglass boat. Photo by Chris Cornell

Fiberglass molds: Learning to recognize quality tooling

Carli Stewart

On June 5, the launch of the Tautai Mua was celebrated. Groups watched her sail past the purse seine fleet that has long dominated the Pacific Island territory’s fisheries. The new boat and associated training program are hoped to boost the local fisherie

Boat of the Month: Tautai Mua

Paul Molyneaux

Newport Yacht Builders owner Jim Thompson envisions a new industry where a shop can pre-form interior kits for boat builders and supply perfectly fitting parts on demand. Photo by Newport Yacht Builders

Newport Yacht Builders' digital precision in boatbuilding

Paul Molyneaux

The American Samoa Department of Commerce celebrated the launch of the Tautai Mua. The new boat and associated training program are hoped to boost the local fisheries. Photo by Department of Commerce

Launching Tautai Mua: Boosting American Samoa's fisheries

Paul Molyneaux

Seattle-based Integrity Machining has equipped nine new boats with 24-inch Kolstrand crab blocks with KYB radial piston motors, like the one seen here, and other deck gear. Photo by Integrity Machining

Kolstrand innovates crab blocks with rotary piston motors

Paul Molyneaux

The Waymaker is in the water and ready to be rigged for the 2024 season. Citing a predicted small run and low prices, owner and builder Thomas Lopez plans to use his new boat for tending rather than fishing. He notes that he built the boat himself and was

First twin jet limit seiner: Fast build, fast boat

Paul Molyneaux

After sea trials in Alabama, the 97-foot American Eagle can head north to New Bedford, MA, and start catching lobsters. Photo by Lars Vinjerud

Boat of the Month: American Eagle

Paul Molyneaux

The Jill Louise was launched in June to work in the Delaware Bay and Great Bay New Jersey oyster fishery. Photo by Delaware Bay Shipbuilding Co.

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A modern tribute to Delaware Bay's oyster industry

Larry Chowning

The 131-foot Aksel Johan built on the Danish west coast for Berg Fisk AS of Senjahopen, Norway, went through many delays before being delivered. Photo by Trond Refsnes

The most fuel-efficient vessel in Northern Europe

Carli Stewart