1 Introduction 4. 2 General description of the Gulf of Bothnia _4. 3 Catches 5

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2 1 Introduction 4 2 General description of the Gulf of Bothnia _4 2.1 Water load and water quality 5 3 Catches Baltic herring Whitefish Salmon Burbot Perch Pike-perch Pike 11 4 Fishermen Summary of fishing per municipality per fisherman 13 5 Fish migration in the Gulf of Bothnia 14 6 Future Threats Seals and cormorants Watercourse construction Authority activity and restrictions Scarcity of fishermen and age structure Accessibility to water areas Opportunities Fish stocks Development of fishing harbours Markets Focusing on quality and image; branding 17 2

3 6.2.5 New fishing methods and tackle Side incomes Supervision of interests Changes within Baltic herring fishing 18 7 Conclusions 19 TRANSLATION FROM FINNISH: PAUL WILKINSON COMMUNICATIONS 3

4 The current state of coastal fishing in the Gulf of Bothnia Paapuuri Oy 25 1 Introduction As part of the Sampi project, an investigation was made called Ammattikalastuksen nykytila Saaristomerellä (tilastoaineisto vuosilta 19 ja ) ja strategia vuosille (The current state of Professional fishing in the Archipelago Sea (Statistics from years 19 and ) and strategy for years 22 26). In the year 24, a similar research project was expanded to also incorporate coastal fishing in the Gulf of Bothnia. This investigation is based on the Archipelago Sea report, and the part concerning the Gulf of Bothnia supplements former research, presents background information on the current state, catch statistics, as well as conclusions for future development. This report is a summary of a large report, the full version of which can be read in Finnish at the SAMPI project website Background information on the present state of Baltic herring fishing is given as an appendix to the report. The appendix is given since many fulltime fishermen trawling for Baltic herring are also important actors within the coastal fishing sector. The project was financed by the Varsinais-Suomen TE-keskus (Southwest Finland Employment and Economic Development Centre), of which 5 per cent was EU funding (KOR) and 5 per cent national funding. 2 General description of the Gulf of Bothnia The part of the Gulf of Bothnia under investigation in this study stretches from the northern parts of the Åland islands to the Kvarken. The salinity of the water is slightly lower than in the Åland Sea and Archipelago Sea: the salinity of the southern part of the Gulf of Bothnia is approximately 6 per mille while the salinity of the northern part is approximately 5 per mille. The water in the Gulf of Bothnia is layered, although not as clearly and permanently as in the Baltic Sea and Finnish Gulf. Since water mixes more efficiently in the northern part of the Gulf of Bothnia during the autumn and winter, oxygen-free deep zones cannot be formed. Nutrient load is also smaller in the northern part of the Gulf of Bothnia. In the southern part of the Gulf of Bothnia, i.e. the sea around Uusikaupunki-Rauma-Pori, there is a dense archipelago as well as a rocky shoreline at certain locations. When moving northwards, the rocky shorelines diminish, there is more open water, and the seabed is smoother. Sediments from the Ice-Age, i.e. a soft seabed, can be found in the deep bottom reaches. However, the speed and thickness of sedimentation are much smaller than in the Baltic Sea. The average depth of the Gulf of Bothnia is slightly more than 6 metres. The deepest reach is 2 metres, found on the Swedish side. Ice conditions are severe, and during a normal winter the Gulf of Bothnia freezes all the way to the open sea. The open sea usually freezes in mid February and melts in mid April. The thickness of the ice cap is usually approximately 4 cm, although it is thicker close to shorelines. Living organisms in the Gulf of Bothnia are similar to those found in the Archipelago Sea. There are only a few sea species found in the Archipelago Sea that cannot thrive in the Gulf of Bothnia. For example, eel-grass can only be found in the southern part of the Gulf 4

5 of Bothnia. The furthest north where certain bottom creatures are still found, for example the common shrimp and the common prawn, is the southern part of the Gulf of Bothnia. The blue mussel is also rare in the northern part of the Gulf of Bothnia. Bladder wrack is found throughout the Gulf of Bothnia, although it is much smaller in the northern parts. The southern part of the Bothnian Bay is the northern border where certain fish can be found, e.g. the black goby, greater sandeel, butterfish, long-spined bullhead and sea stickleback. On the other hand, grayling is not found until the central parts of the Bothnian Bay and further north. However, since the marine fauna along the Gulf of Bothnia shoreline has not been extensively researched, information on the distribution of certain species is not complete. This investigation concerns an area from Uusikaupunki in the south (Lokalahti excluded) to Merikarvia in the north. The municipalities in this area are Pyhäranta, Rauma, Eurajoki, Luvia and Pori. 2.1 Water load and water quality The Gulf of Bothnia is in good condition, particularly when compared to the Finnish Gulf and to the coastal waters of the Archipelago Sea. Eutrophication is the biggest threat to the Gulf of Bothnia. Although the release of heavy metals and poisons has diminished, the general chemicalization of the nature and lack of information concerning the effects of substances can cause problems in the future. The determining factor within eutrophication is the nutrient load coming from other sea areas and the scattered load from agriculture. Coastal waters that are most important for recreational use are the most eutrophic waters, although the more effective treatment of sewage water has remarkably improved the water quality in the outlet areas. This development should be constantly monitored, although in the Finnish Bay and the Archipelago Sea this monitoring has become overshadowed by more serious problems. The central background factors to eutrophication in the Gulf of Bothnia are scattered load as well as nutrient load from the Archipelago Sea. The increase of inner load in the Archipelago Sea is a cause of concern, since the summer surface water in the Gulf of Bothnia mostly comes from the Archipelago Sea. Water circulation in the sea is also important further north. This can be seen in the fact that the decreased load from the River Kokemäenjoki has not caused a corresponding decrease in the nutrient load outside Pori. An improvement of the situation in the Archipelago Sea is also important for the Satakunta region. 3 Catches The most important commercial fish catches have been compiled from the catch information per catch square (squares 37 and 42) during the years Concerning Baltic herring, catch statistics are only for year 23, due to irregular statistics (trawling also included). The statistics from catch square 47 can be found in the corresponding investigation concerning the Archipelago Sea, since the main part of the catch in this square is being fished in the Archipelago Sea. However, the fishermen from Uusikaupunki and Pyhäranta fishing in this particular square are included in this investigation. 5

6 Catch squares 37 and 42 concern the coastal waters of the Gulf of Bothnia. The shares of the m ost im portant species in the catch square 37 year 23 (tot kg) PIKE WHITEFISH SALMON TROUT SMELT BREAM ROACH BURBOT PERCH PIKE-PERCH The shares of the m ost im portant species in the catch square 42 year 23 (tot kg) P PIKE WHITEFISH SALMON TROUT SMELT BREAM ROACH BURBOT PERCH PIKE-PERCH 6

7 3.1 Baltic herring Although Baltic herring fishing has more and more concentrated on trawling, for some entrepreneurs Baltic herring forms an important part of their activities. Catches are caught using nets and fykes to a certain extent. In the year 23, a total of 35 group-1 professional fishermen reported catches of Baltic herring using fykes and nets; the total catch was kg at an economic value of 7 7 euros (.15 euro/kg). Most of the Baltic herring caught through coastal fishing are concentrated to the southern area, especially square 47 with fishermen from Uusikaupunki and Pyhäranta. The Baltic herring catches of group 1 fisherm en year 23 (tot kg) Catch square 47 Catch square 42 Catch square 37 Most Baltic herring fishermen using nets and fykes in square 42 are working in Luvia and southern Pori. 3.2 Whitefish The whitefish catch has steadily decreased. According to the fishermen, the largest reason for this is the increasing number of seals. There are probably also other factors to explain the small size of the population. However, whitefish is still very important for the fishermen s livelihood at certain locations, especially in the southern parts of the area. The main part of the catch is caught using nets. The change that seals cause in whitefish behaviour can be seen throughout the entire investigation area. During the spring, whitefish swim in coastal waters and disappear completely in the summer, apparently to the deeper reaches of the open sea. However, there is no thorough information on this phenomenon, since fishermen have only occasionally been fishing in deeper waters due to the uncertainty of catch. 7

8 WHITEFISH WHITEFISH Salmon Due to stricter regulations in the mid 1s, salmon has lost its importance as a catch fish. The real price for salmon has also dropped. The largest reason to explain this is due to the introduction of cheap Norwegian fish-farmed salmon onto the market and the only occasional availability of Finnish salmon. The strict regulations created a salmon vacuum on the market, which was quickly replaced by imported salmon. However, for many fishermen salmon still has an importance as part of fishing income. This is particularly emphasised at the start of the summer, when a traditional market for salmon is available (midsummer salmon). When salmon drift net fishing ends in the year 28, the importance of coastal fishing will be emphasised. The problem when attempting to increase the catch is the grey seal. Seals eat almost all the catch in traditional salmon traps and fykes and cause extensive damage to fishing tackle. Concerning this issue, a lot of expectations in the Gulf of Bothnia are being placed on so-called seal-safe Push-up fykes; fishermen are now purchasing several dozen in the area. 8

9 SALMON SALMON Burbot The burbot catch has remained almost stable. The factor causing the most change is the annual situation with the ice. Burbot has an economical value for many fishermen in the winter season; a season that is otherwise quiet. BURBOT

10 BURBOT Perch During recent years, perch has risen to become the most important catch within coastal fishing together with burbot and Baltic herring. The market for perch is good. Consumers have discovered the perch filet in particular, which fetches a good price. During the autumn, seals also complicate perch fishing by either chasing the fish to shallow waters or to the deeper reaches of the open sea. Perch is mainly caught using nets in the northern parts of the area; fykes are also used in the Uusikaupunki area. PERCH PERCH

11 3.6 Pike-perch During recent years, pike-perch has become the salvation of many coastal fishermen. It has clearly replaced salmon as the most important catch. The price of pike-perch has also been reasonably high. However, seals also cause problems with pike-perch in the autumn when they chase them to very shallow waters. During the autumn, catching takes place in coastal waters. PIKE-PERCH PIKE-PERCH Pike The pike catch has remained quite stable, although there is an up-going trend. Pike filet, like perch and pike-perch filet, are nowadays popular among consumers. Pike is also an important winter fish. It is caught as a side catch during burbot fishing. 11

12 PIKE PIKE Fishermen According to the register, there are 119 group-1 fishermen in the research area. Their places of residence are divided according to the following: Uusikaupunki 29 Luvia 15 Eurajoki 2 Pori 39 Pyhäranta 5 Merikarvia 22 Rauma 7 During the year 23, a total of 78 fishermen submitted their catch information. Only 7 fishermen achieved a catch income worth more than 15 euros annually (according to statistics on average pricing, Finnish Game and Fisheries Research Institute) and only 9 fishermen had an annual income of 1 15 euros. However, the catch statistics provide a partly misleading picture of the actual situation of group-1 fishermen, due to the following reasons: oit has not been possible in the statistics to separate trawler fishermen involved in occasional coastal fishing oadditional livelihoods, such as hydroponics and tourism, are not included in the statistics 12

13 osome of the fishermen have caught the main part of their catch (income) from the main part of the Baltic Sea (salmon and cod) Combining this income and catch with the statistics from coastal fishing is not possible without information from the fishermen personally regarding their regional catch othe use of average pricing in the statistics to some extent gives the wrong picture regarding the real income of the fishermen This particularly concerns perch, since a low price for small perch sizes influences the average price. In the statistics, the price of pike is higher than for perch. However, most fishermen in the Gulf of Bothnia fish for filet perch, which fetches a price of approximately 1.5 euro per kilo. The price is set by the market othe use of an average price for Baltic herring also causes distortions. This especially concerns fishermen in the Uusikaupunki area fishing with fykes, who process the fish themselves, for sale at the herring markets. The price and income of processed products are completely different from what the average price leads us to believe. Naturally, within this area of entrepreneurship there are also other costs involved. 4.1Summary of fishing per municipality per fisherman 23 WHITEFISH, PIKE, PERCH, PIKE-PERCH, BURBOT AND SALMON (in euros) Pori Catch value 164 Total number of fishermen 3 3 Catch value per 563 fisherman under over 15 3 Uusikaupunki/Pyhäranta Catch value Total number of fishermen 2 2 Catch value per 5732 fisherman under over 15 2 Rauma, EurajokiLuvia totally Catch value 652 Total number of fishermen under over 15 Catch value per 53 fisherman Merikarvia Catch value 75 Total number of fishermen

14 under over 15 Catch value per 5227 fisherman Total number of fishermen 78 BALTIC HERRING INCLUDED IN TABLE BELOW (in euros) Total 78 Fishermen Total catch value 5372 Catch declaration Average income per fisherman 645 Items under over Fish migration in the Gulf of Bothnia Most fishermen fish and transport their catch via their own piers and fish processing rooms. Wholesalers either fetch the fish directly from the fishermen, or the fishermen transport their catch to agreed locations. Modern publicly-financed coastal fishing harbours have been developed around the Gulf of Bothnia, e.g. in Reposaari, Rauma and Merikarvia. Modern refrigerator rooms can be found at these harbours and access to ice is assured. However, many privately-owned shorelines are actually small fishing harbours, many of which have the same equipment as the publicly-owned fishing harbours. The more professionally a fishermen works, the better his equipment will be. Professional fishermen also treat their fish in a professional manner; in other words fish are kept fresh with ice. The following harbour directory presents the central fishing harbours, local coastal fishing harbours and other fishing harbours, classified according to the fishing harbour classification (21), produced by the Suomen Ammattikalastajaliitto ry (Finnish Professional Fishing Association). (Complete harbour classifications can be found in the Finnish version of this report at ) Central fishing harbours Reposaari fishing harbour (Pori) Suukari fishing harbour (Uusikaupunki) Regional harbours 14

15 Rauma fishing harbour Local coastal fishing harbours Krooka fishing harbour (Merikarvia) Other fishing harbours Kasala fishing harbour (Merikarvia) Lankoori fishing harbour (Luvia) Other catch landing sites Pitkäluoto fishing harbour (Uusikaupunki) 6 Future Professional fishing in the Gulf of Bothnia is presently going through one of the most difficult changes in its history. On one hand, appreciation for fish has increased due to health awareness, which has raised prices, particularly for scalefish. On the other hand, the explosive growth of the grey seal population has made it impossible to use many traditional catching methods, which has reduced the amount of fish entering the market. 6.1 Threats Seals and cormorants The grey seal has become the largest threat to coastal fishing during recent years. The seal population has grown rapidly every year. At the same time, the seal has also occupied the coastal waters. Seals have also spread, to a certain degree, to freshwaters at river estuaries, e.g. at the Kolppa open waters by the mouth of the River Kokemäki. The policy of long-term full protection for seals has led to the fact that seals are no longer afraid of human contact. On the contrary, seals have quickly adapted to take advantage of the free meal that fishermen provide. In many cases, fixed fishing tackle has become a type of automatic food dispenser for the seals. Many fishermen have had enough of this situation and have stopped using traditional tackle, traps and fykes. Net fishing has also become more difficult. Net fishing for whitefish and salmon, in particular, suffers from seal damage. Pike, pike-perch and perch fishing must take place closer to the coastal waters where the seals have chased the fish. Regarding scalefish, this problem peaks at the end of the autumn. Regarding winter fishing for pike and burbot, fishing must take place using a long line (boulter) at the ice border. It has been stated that the grey seal can collect fish from tackle lying up to one kilometre from open waters. Current hunting regulations do not really affect the increase of the seal population. According to fishermen, the only way to stop seal population growth is through large-scale unrestricted hunting. This would result in a manageable seal population that would not interact with human activity. There is still very little experience available in terms of sealsafe tackle that would drive seals away. Cormorants 15

16 During recent years, fishermen have been concerned about the strong growth of the cormorant population. It is feared that cormorants will become a similar threat to coastal fishing as seals. During the year 25, the cormorant nesting populations have spread, particularly to the Gulf of Bothnia. According to a report from the Finnish Regional Environment Centre released on the , more than half of the new cormorant populations have started to inhabit the archipelago in the Gulf of Bothnia. Authorities are already aware of the negative influence cormorants have on fishing. Fishermen now require prompt action to be taken in order to prevent a situation from escalating, and so avoid the uncontrolled growth of the population: it was a lack of preventative measures that fishermen believe led to the explosive growth of the seal population Watercourse construction Morenia is an independent profit unit forming part of Metsähallitus, taking care of soil related issues in areas owned by the Finnish state. Now Morenia has focussed on sand and gravel reserves in sea areas. Planning is almost complete for the Pori and Merikarvia areas. Morenia has investigated the suitability of the areas for quarrying, and found them profitable. The company has started an environmental impact assessment (YVA). Morenia is applying for permission to vacuum dredge the seabed off the coast of Satakunta for a period of 1 years. During this period, the company aim is to raise a total of three million cubic metres of sand and gravel from the seabed. Dredging would take place in open waters between April and November, whereby one vacuum dredger would be at a location for between a week and three months depending on the demand. During extraction, the vacuum dredger would work 24 hours a day, seven days a week Authority activity and restrictions Fishing restrictions, whether reasonable or not, always cause difficulties for fishermen. The largest problem is the unpredictability of decision-making within fishing. This has made it difficult to facilitate long-term planning. For coastal fishing, interference with mesh sizes is seen as a particular threat. Unreasonable increases of mesh sizes can be the final nail in the coffin for the development of coastal fishing. If the subsidy policy would be refocused, in order to encourage fishermen to seek other forms of income, then all forms of coastal fishing would be threatened. Not everyone would like to start fishing tourism for example; some do not even have the facilities for such an enterprise. Coastal fishing requires its own employment strategy, which would safeguard business activities and food production Scarcity of fishermen and age structure The average fisherman age is 46.5 yrs. The most alarming factor, when considering the future, is that there are so few fishermen under the age of 35 (18). Fishing is no longer passed on from father to son. On the other hand, approximately 4 per cent of registered fishermen are over the age of 5 (5 fishermen). A remarkable number of fishermen are between the ages

17 6.1.5 Accessibility to water areas The Kalavedet Käyttöön project has made a survey of the potential areas that can be used for fishing. It is stated in the Satakunta final summary that information on 3-4 water areas were given to fishermen, and the estimation is that an agreement can be reached concerning 2-25 water areas. This is a remarkable number considering that the amount of privately-owned water areas along the Satakunta coast is much lower than, for example, in the Archipelago Sea. Professional fishermen age structure year < Opportunities Fish stocks Stocks of the most important commercial fish are rather good, making coastal fishing, as a livelihood, possible. However, information on whitefish stocks is unreliable. Whitefish has disappeared from traditional fishing grounds, possibly due to seals Development of fishing harbours The aims of the current fishery structural programme are based on the development of the profession and quality improvement. Concerning fishing harbours, the aim is to modernize existing facilities, i.e. nationally important harbours where large quantities of fish are unloaded. The fishing harbour network in the area fulfils the requirements of coastal fishing fairly well. If the Uusikaupunki, Rauma and Pitkäluoto projects are implemented, the fishing harbour network can be seen as being complete Markets Fish is easy to sell. The fish only need to be processed to meet consumer requirements. The growth in the popularity of perch and pike-perch filets among consumers can be mentioned as a success story. 17

18 6.2.4 Focusing on quality and image; branding Despite heated discussions (i.e. dioxins), fish still has a fairly good reputation among consumers. Fish is considered to be a good and healthy food. Fishermen can reinforce this attitude through their own actions by handling fish in a professional manner. 18

19 6.2.5 New fishing methods and tackle It is expected that Push-up fykes will revive fishing for salmon and whitefish further away from the coast. The new fyke model is very different from the traditional whitefish/salmon fyke model. The Push-up fyke works on the lifting principle, where the entire hooped end lifts, due to floats filled with air pressure, until the catch is removed from the fyke. The materials are sealsafe and the end is designed in such a way that the fish section can only be reached from the outside via a hatch. The use of durable materials and structural design changes have been made in the development of seal-safe Push-up fykes. The end of the fyke is made from a double layer of Dynema netting; the outer netting has a larger mesh size to keep seals out, the inner layer has a smaller mesh size to keep fish in. This prevents the seals from tearing the catch inside. In addition to technical benefit, fishermen can now remarkably extend the fishing season. This is due to the shape of the fyke for example, which is more durable in hard weather conditions than traditional designs. This increases the economical value of whitefish fishing more than anything else, since the fishing season can now be extended until late in the autumn Side incomes For some fishermen, income also comprises side incomes, i.e. from hydroponics and fishing tourism. However, such activity is not suitable for all fishermen, although a trend is noticeable where other activities are decreasing the fishing effect in such a way that catch sales value is 3 per cent below the required limit. Nevertheless, there is enough space in the area for entrepreneurs, particularly within fishing tourism Supervision of interests The investigation area falls under the protection of the Selkämeren Ammattikalastajat ry:n (SEAK) (Gulf of Bothnia Professional Fishermen s Union). The association is a regional branch of the Suomen Ammattikalastajaliitto (SAKL) (Finnish Professional Fishermen s Union). The union works as a national supervisor of professional-fishing interests and as an expert in fishing-related issues. Changes within the fishing industry have increased the importance of union membership. Both coastal and open sea fishermen belong to the Gulf of Bothnia Professional Fishermen s Union. Locally, fishermen are usually members of fishing cooperatives. In these cooperatives, everyday issues are solved, i.e. questions concerning fishing waters, etc Changes within Baltic herring fishing Large changes within Baltic herring trawling are also affecting the future of coastal fishing in the area. On one hand, a part time trawler fisherman has a more stable economic base if income is supplemented through scalefish fishing. On the other hand, more fishermen are needed, due to the decreasing number of professional fishermen, i.e. when the fishing fleet is renewed and older fishermen retire. 19

20 Baltic herring fishing is clearly technically orientating towards the use of RSW-type trawlers. With this technique, Baltic herring is stored in chilled water during the time at sea. The fishing volumes of these trawlers will be so significant that traditional fish handling in trawlers will decrease. RSW-type trawlers will concentrate on Baltic herring fishing for human consumption. Concerning fishing, the future looks brighter than during the past few years. Conditions are right for new boats to enter the market; the Finnish Baltic herring and sprat quota has been raised and many older boats are being scrapped. According to the Finnish Professional Fishermen s Union, a clear trend is that fishing is developing and concentrating on a few RSW-type trawlers. This can also be seen in the national policy towards the development of fishing. 7 Conclusions Professional fishing in the Gulf of Bothnia is presently going through one of the most difficult changes in its history. On one hand, appreciation for fish has increased due to health awareness, which has raised prices, particularly for scalefish. On the other hand, the explosive growth of the grey seal population has made it impossible to use many traditional catching methods, which has reduced the amount of fish entering the market. Fishstocks in the area are also in a better state than they have been for decades. Environmental problems have decreased and fish spawning grounds have become cleaner, which can be clearly seen in the growth of the Baltic herring catch. The cleaner marine nature has also introduced the seal problem, which has not been administrated according to the benefit of fishery. The harbour network along the Gulf of Bothnia is extensive and provides a good base for future food hygiene requirements. Positive development has also had an influence on privately-owned harbours and production facilities. It is possible to make the Push-up fyke into a suitable tackle for our coast, thus fulfilling the fishermen s requirements as well as the protection of seals.the checking technique is safe and easy, even in bad weather conditions; this increases the profitability even in areas where the annual catch is small. The amount of work involved must be in proportion to the catch. However, the continuation of coastal fishing is possible due to the extended catching season, durability and improved fish quality through the use of Push-up fykes. Since it is now easier to check the fyke, work safety for the fishermen has improved. Compared to traditional fykes, the Push-up fyke represents an entirely new way of fishing filled with opportunities. However, as an entrepreneur, the coastal fisherman has become stuck in the changes. When seals and restrictions made a large part of the traditional forms of catching uneconomical, the resulting loss of income was not taken into consideration when state subsidies were given. Fishermen also have unused resources, although they should be investing in specialisation, e.g. by purchasing Push-up fykes or by marketing their own products. The economical impossibility to change strategies can be seen in the fishermen s catch statistics: 119 fulltime fishermen, only seven of which have a turnover of more than 15 euros! The same result can be seen in the decreasing catches: the expenses per kilo of 2

21 fish sold have risen, so making the result weaker for many fishermen, forcing them under the tolerance level. When the problems caused by the age structure are added, future difficulties can be seen. However, there is a core group of active fishermen that are committed to their profession in the Gulf of Bothnia. This group of top professionals produces quality fish for the local market and is an important part of the coastal community and culture. The working methods have changed to become a part of food production, and quality work is part of everyday life. The group also forms a potential growth base for a new generation of fishermen, if the working conditions are still available. 21

22 Maritime and Fisheries Education Fund, Finnish Institute of Fisheries and Environment Kalakouluntie 72, 2161 Kirjala, Finland Tel () Finnish Fishermen s Association Jordaksentie 124, 7 Lindkoski, Finland Tel () Archipelago Sea Professional Fishermen s Association c / o Jalas, Yliopistonkatu 11 a B 19, 21 Turku, Finland Tel () Gulf of Bothnia Professional Fishermen s Association Reposaaren Merimesta, Kalasatama, 2 Pori, Finland Tel ()