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FISH EXPO '86 20th Anniversary Preview October 15-18 Bayside Exposition Center, Boston When this year's Fish Expo opens its doors in Boston, October 15-18, it will be celebrating its 20th anni- versary as the world's largest com- mercial fishing exposition. On hand for the event will be more than 500 exhibitors, whose displays will be conveniently assembled on one floor at Boston's Bayside Exposition Center, a new location for the Bos- ton edition of the show, which on alternate years is held in Seattle. At the show, visitors will be able to inspect the latest in commercial fishing gear, boats, supplies, equip- ment, and services offered by com- panies throughout the U.S. as well as worldwide. The international presence will be stronger than ever this year, with firms from Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Iceland, Ireland, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden represented. While there will be much to learn about the latest developments in the fishing industry by viewing the many exhibits, additional informa- tion on activities that affect a fisher- man's livelihood will be offered through the Fish Expo Seminar Program. Seminar Agenda Wednesday, October 15 Tracking the Catch: The Wo- men's Fisheries Network will pres- ent a program stressing the impor- tance of quality control in handling the catch as it moves from the boat through the processing and market- ing channels to the consumer. Highliner Awards: National Fisherman will announce the winners of its annual Highliner Awards, which go to three outstand- ing East Coast fishermen. This year, an additional award will recognize the efforts of an East Coast profes- sor as well. Insurance Update: Panelists will discuss what is being done to ease the insurance bite, as well as alternatives to obtaining coverage. The Trouble with Gurry: Pro- fessors have yet to permanently solve the problem of how to dispose of New England's gurry. Speakers will discuss the problem and possi- ble solutions. Thursday, October 16 Trawling Tips: Massachusetts Institute of Technology trawl course director Cliff Goudey will give some tips for improving the per- formance of drag gear. Display Auction: Can display seafood auctions such as the one in Portland, Maine, help fishermen in- crease their profits? A fisherman and a buyer will discuss the pros and cons. Fighting for the Waterfront: A few of the people who have fought to protect the working waterfront from developers will share their strategies. 12 Maritime Reporter/Engineering News
