United Kingdom and Norway - fisheries consultations: agreed record for 2025

14. Cooperation on gear technology

14.1 The Delegations agreed to cooperate on improving gear technology, noting that such technology could contribute to further develop management in the North Sea. To this end, they agreed to organise a workshop in 2025 that will be hosted by Norway. The purpose of the workshop is to create a venue for experts and institutions working in this field of expertise to exchange knowledge and views on the latest gear technology development, and to present relevant projects in the UK and Norway. The participants are invited to, for example, present and discuss solutions that can improve selectivity, prevent bursting of nets and better protect benthic habitats.