Researchers test ropeless lobster trap technology with an eye toward whale protection

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/08/05/researchers-test-ropeless-lobster-fishing/

State offers $10 million in case Portland Harbor dredging grant denied

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/07/26/state-offers-10-million-in-case-portland-harbor-dredging-grant-denied/

Maine identifies preferred site for offshore wind array

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/07/13/maine-identifies-preferred-site-for-offshore-wind-array/

Ferry service won't solve traffic problems in South Portland transit study finds

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/06/30/ferry-service-wont-solve-traffic-problems-in-south-portland-transit-study-finds/

Our View: Small fish could be the future for seafood

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/05/13/our-view-small-fish-could-be-the-future-for-seafood/

To learn more, check this out:

https://www.worldfoodprize.org/index.cfm?nodeID=96346&audienceID=1

Program will train aquaculture workforce in Maine as industry grows

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/05/12/program-will-train-aquaculture-workforce-in-maine-as-industry-grows/

To learn more, check out:

https://www.maineaquaculture.org/
https://www.wccc.me.edu/professional-development/new-customized-workforce-training/entrepreneurship-partnerships/

Maine seaweed growers on track to break state records this spring

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/05/01/maine-seaweed-growers-on-track-to-break-state-records-this-spring/

Our View: Lobster industry needs to contribute more than crush mills

https://www.pressherald.com/2021/04/30/our-view-lobster-industry-needs-to-contribute-more-than-crush-mills-2

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Domestic cruise ships set to return to Maine in May

https://bangordailynews.com/2021/04/29/business/small-domestic-cruise-ships-are-set-to-return-to-maine-in-may/

FMI:

https://www.americancruiselines.com/cruises/new-england-cruises/maine-coast-and-harbors-cruise

https://www.cruisemaine.org/