Marine and Freshwater Research Institute

6% increase in TAC advice for lumpfish

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:19:00 +0000

The Marine and Freshwater Research Institute (MFRI) advises that the catch of female lumpfish in the 2025/2026 fishing year does not exceed 2932 tonnes.

Record ocean temperatures and salinity

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:34:00 +0000

Temperature in the upper 200 m was generally above the long-term average and salinity also reached almost record values.

A video about the remarkable achievements of the GRÓ Fisheries Training Programme

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:32:00 +0000

An interesting video about the remarkable achievements that the GRÓ Fisheries Training Programme in the last 28 years.

Capelin surveys this winter completed

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:07:00 +0000

The research vessel Árni Friðriksson conducted capelin measurements off the northwest coast of Iceland for the past week, which have now been completed.

Advancing sustainable fishing technologies through MarineGuardian

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:03:00 +0000

MFRI is a key member of a new international consortium of research and industry partners called Marine Guardian which focus on optimizing fishing practices, protecting vulnerable habitats and species , and improving data-driven decision-making at sea.

A lot to be learned from fishing management in Iceland

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Jamacian fisheries scientist Annakay Crawford on the occasion of International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Post-Doctoral Scientist position is available at MFRI

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:02:00 +0000

Post-Doctoral Scientist position is available at the Marine and Freshwater Research Institute A two year Post-Doctoral Scientist position is available at the Marine and Freshwater Research Institute of Iceland (MFRI), to work on the project “NatuRE ...

New book on managing marine plastic pollution in Norway

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:10:00 +0000

A new international academic book on how to prevent plastic pollution from fisheries and aquaculture has just been launched. The book, Managing Marine Plastic Pollution in Norway, is published by Routledge and is available online from 2 February 2026.

Capelin advice increased to 197 thousand tonnes

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:12:00 +0000

The MFRI has completed the analysis of the results of acoustic measurements of the IEGJM capelin stock conducted during January 19–25, which are necessary for providing TAC advice.

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher in physical oceanography

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:54:00 +0000

MFRI in Iceland is seeking a full-time postdoctoral researcher in physical oceanography to join the Environmental Division. The position focuses on analyzing long-term mooring and hydrographic observations to investigate the state and variability of the Denmark Strait Overflow.

Open Seminar on Marine Protected Areas

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:13:00 +0000

Knowledge synthesis on the effects of marine protected areas on ecosystem functioning. An open seminar about the subject will be held at MFRI Thursday 29 January at 12.30, both on-site and online.

Capelin found over a large area

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:37:00 +0000

The MFRI's capelin survey that has been ongoing this week is now well underway. Although the survey is not yet complete, the MFRI would like to briefly report on the results regarding the condition and distribution of capelin.

International Workshop on Fishing-Gear Waste Management in Arctic Fisheries

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:11:00 +0000

The Marine and Freshwater Research Institute will host a two-day international workshop addressing marine litter originating from fishing activities, with particular attention to improving onboard waste-management practices in Arctic bottom-trawl fisheries.

The capelin still north of Iceland

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:17:00 +0000

The research vessel Árni Friðriksson has been exploring the capelin spawning migrations east and north of Iceland for about a week. The main findings are that the traditional capelin spawning migration east of the country has not yet advanced as the front of the migration was northeast of Langanes and the abundance there was insignificant.

Capelin ALERT!

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:17:00 +0000

MFRI has initiated the publication of a special issue on capelin Mallotus villosus titled „Capelin in a changing environment".

InfiniFish: Technologies for Sustainable Fisheries

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:45:00 +0000

MFRI is a core partner in InfiniFish – a Horizon Europe initiative supporting a research consortium aimed at developing practical technologies and guidance to minimize fisheries impact while keeping fleets efficient and resilient.

Temperature effect on Polar cod distribution around Iceland

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:02:00 +0000

Scientists at MFRI recently published a research paper on the relationship between polar cod distribution and sea temperature around Iceland.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:16:00 +0000

Employees of the Marine and Freshwater Research Institute wish everyone near and far a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year, with heartfelt thanks for your cooperation in 2025. 🎄

New York Times article on Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:08:00 +0000

The New York Times recently published an article about an expedition on the research vessel Þórunn Þórdardóttir and changes in the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC).

Fate of biotoxin domoic acid in the Arctic marine food web

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:42:00 +0000

MFRI is taking part in a large-scale international project on harmful algae: Marine phycotoxins in the Arctic: an emerging climate change risk (working title: PHATE).