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Originally launched in 2019 and covered in National Fisherman that year, the Beachcomber took time to build because owner Ronald Yow paid for the boat as it progressed. Portier Fabrication photo.

Florida shrimp boat sets sail debt-free

Paul Molyneaux

How ZF Marine’s propulsion systems power the commercial fishing industry

Eric van Rees

Arctic Storm Management Group's trawler-processer was built by Thoma-Sea Marine Constructors, Houma, La. ASMG photos.

Alaska pollock trawler delivered to Arctic Storm Management Group

Ben Hayden

R.W. Fernstrum & Company photo.

How R.W. Fernstrum’s Keel Coolers Powers Commercial Fishing Vessels

Eric van Rees

F/V Carl & Co and F/V Jacalwa head to head at the Long Island Lobster Boat Races. Photo courtesy of Jon Johansen

Maine Lobster Boat Races 2024 schedule

Carli Stewart

A happy crew on the Rita K in Bristol Bay, Alaska. Photo courtesy Omar Keval.

Bristol Bay captain fishes shallow waters with aluminum through-picker

Paul Molyneaux

Brooks Trap Mills has been a Maine family-owned business since 1946 (Stephen, Sally, Julie, Mark). Photo courtesy of Brooks Trap Mill.

From Wood to Wire: Brooks Trap Mill's Lobster Legacy

Paul Molyneaux

Thyborøn doors have a reputation for giving more spread than some larger doors, reducing resistance and conserving fuel. Thyborøn photo.

Seeing is believing

Paul Molyneaux

The motor side of the Marine Hydraulics Consultancy Drifter drum, covered here, offers no opportunities for the net to snag when setting at high speed. Marine Hydraulics photo.

Keep on rolling

Paul Molyneaux

Early stages of rebuilding the Relentless at Cape Codder Marine. Cape Codder Marine photo.

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Iconic 46' Jarvis Newman lobster boat undergoes extensive restoration

Michael Crowley

The 88-foot Bay Islander going back in the water at Fred Wahl Marine Construction after more than five months of extensive modifications. Fred Wahl Marine Construction photo.

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The Bay Islander gets a wheelhouse makeover

Michael Crowley