SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS

Join us for the special event, Sustainable Fisheries in the Faroe Islands, organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries in the Faroe Islands and the Fishmonger's Company, with support from the Faroese seafood sector.

Minister of Fisheries, Jóhan Christiansen, will give a keynote address, followed by expert presentations highlighting management , research and innovation in Faroese fisheries, as well as international cooperation on conservation and management of fisheries resources.

Shetland-based sustainable fisheries expert and writer, John Goodlad, author of the new book Food from the Sea, will moderate the seminar.

The Showcase Seafood Reception will feature an exciting selection of buffet dishes from quality Faroese seafood, prepared by renowned Faroese chef, Gutti Winther.

Info: 15:00 Welcome and introduction
• Kate Sanderson, Head of the Representation of the Faroe Islands to the UK
• Andrew Wallace, Director of Fish and Fisheries, Fishmongers’ Company
• John Goodlad, Fisheries Expert and Author – Seminar Moderator
15:10 Keynote: Jóhan Christiansen, Minister of Fisheries, Faroe Islands:
Managing Faroese fisheries sustainably

Info: • Marita Rasmussen, Director, Faroe Marine Research Institute
• Durita í Grótinum, Managing Director, Faroe Islands Sustainable Fisheries

Info: • Jógvan Hansen, Chairman of the Association of Faroese Fish Producers
• Stefan í Skorini, Director of the Faroese Fishing Vessel Association

Info: • Janet Skarðsá, Senior Adviser, Ministry of Fisheries and Infrastructure
• Colin Faulker, Deputy Director, External Fisheries Negotiations & Trade Policy, DEFRA

Info: The Reception will feature Faroese seafood dishes prepared by renowned Faroese chef, Gutti Winther, together with a selection of Faroese beers.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fishmongers Hall, 109 Upper Thames Street, London, United Kingdom