Fishing fleet could be grounded within weeks due to fuel costs
Ireland’s offshore and inshore fleets could be grounded in three weeks if the Government does not subsidise the fishing industry’s fuel bill, it has been claimed. Industry representatives have also warned the viability of the entire Irish offshore fishing industry is now in doubt. The Seafood Ireland Alliance called on the Government to help fishermen cope with soaring fuel costs almost a fortnight ago. “The white fish and prawn fishing fleet, of around 180 vessels, are the ones that are suffering the most, because they spend the most time at sea. “Although the industry has now passed the viability mark, fishermen are fishing through it, hoping the price will go down.
Source: Irish Examiner March 22, 2026 12:54 UTC
