ABOUT US
OBJECTIVE
AIM
WHAT WE DO
Conduct Seminars/Webinars
We regularly organise webinars on various relevant topics related to fisheries. All our webinars are free.
Provide Mentroship/Guidance
Our forum consists of members who hold expertise in various fileds of fisheries. We regularly provide guidance to students and youn professionals for the way forward in the industry.
Technical Problem Solving
We have a technical team which holds members who specialise in troubleshooting problems related to seafood processing, marketing, certification and aquaculture.
Placement Support
The forum porvides active support towards placement of its group members at various designation within the seafood industry.
Why Join FIFP ?
Collaborate and Network
Engage with industry experts, academics, and passionate advocates. Whether you’re a fisherman, policymaker, researcher, or entrepreneur, the Fisheries Forum provides an inclusive platform for you to connect, share ideas, and work toward common goals.
Stay Informed
Access the latest research, trends, & innovations in fisheries management, conservation practices, and sustainable fishing. Our community shares cutting-edge information to help you stay ahead of the curve.Access the latest research, trends, and innovations in fisheries management, conservation practices, and sustainable fishing. Our community shares cutting-edge information to help you stay ahead of the curve.
Shape the Future of Fisheries
Participate in discussions that directly impact fisheries management policies and practices. Your voice matters in shaping sustainable and practical solutions that protect both fish populations and fishing communities.
Membership is through Invitation Only
Edwin Joseph
Convener
From the Convener’s Desk
I am delighted to welcome you to the official platform of Forum of Industrial Fisheries Professionals (FIFP), a collective voice for those who are deeply committed to the sustainable development and enrichment of the fisheries sector. This forum brings together a vibrant community of Fisheries professionals from across the globe. Individuals working in diverse environments, facing varied challenges, and yet united by a shared vision: to advance the field of fisheries through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and innovation.
Our mission is not only to connect professionals, but also to inspire meaningful dialogue, foster leadership, and support policy-level contributions that shape the future of fisheries. Whether you are engaged in policy, research, aquaculture, marine capture, processing, international trade or education, this platform is yours—to learn, to lead, and to leave a lasting impact. We take pride in the depth of expertise and the global reach of our members, and I invite all stakeholders—students, scientists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to actively participate, contribute, and grow with us. Together, let us strengthen this network and build a resilient, responsible, and resourceful fisheries sector.
OUR CORE TEAM
The Core Team at FIFP plays a vital role in ensuring seamless operations and service across the organization. Committed to responsiveness, efficiency, and problem-solving, the team serves as the backbone of internal and external activities, addressing queries, resolving technical and administrative issues, and fostering a smooth workflow for all stakeholders. With a people-first approach and strong communication skills, the FIFP Core Team embodies the organization’s values of reliability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Edwin Joseph
Convener
CEO, Winser Exports, India
Chithra M B
Co-Convener
Operations Manager, Gulf Seafood LLC, Dubai
Premlal Panickan
Co-Convener
Scientist (Fisheries), KFUPM, Saudi Arabia
Dr. Gipson Edappazham
Co-Convener
Asso. Professor, Jain, Cochin Campus
Dr. Soni Maria
Content Writer
Research Cnslt., Univ. of Wollongong, Australia
Pradip Kumar Mahato
Media, Creative & Tech
Owner, Maha Ctreation, India
FIFP Support Team
The Support Team at FIFP plays a vital role in ensuring seamless conducting of one of our main activities; Webinars. FIFP Support Team embodies the organization’s values of reliability, innovation, and continuous improvement, making sure that every interaction is met with professionalism and care.
FIFP – Entrepreneurship Advisory Group
We have an Advisory team for entrepreurship development in the fisheries sector. The group consiists of emionnet individuals who hold expertise in various fields: Seafood, Aquaculture, QC, GMP, HACCP, Marketing, Certifications etc.
EDITORIAL BOARD
FIFP have eminent members from all walks of the fisheries sector. Editorial board comprises of few select members covering all the dynamics of fisheries sector.
OUR PUBLICATIONS
Our articles are a part of our webinars being held periodically. These webinars deal with varied topics in seafood and fisheries; seafood processing, quality assurance, certificate requirements, export and import, aquaculture, ornamental fish and so on.
Institutional Finance for Entrepreneurship in Fisheries
K G Ranjit Kumar General Manager, Farm Sector Development & Climate Change, Corporate office NABARD, Mumbai Introduction The Indian financial system consists of banking institutions like Commercial banks (public sector and private), Regional rural banks,...
Entrepreneurship in Seafood Industry
Jacob J Taliat Managing Director, Seafresh Exports Ltd, Kochi Introduction The entrepreneurs in the Seafood industry in the early 1980s with some exceptions were mostly individuals who scaled up from traders of seafood products, peeling-shed operators, agents...
Emerging standards and certification schemes in global food safety management systems
Rema Sunil Managing Director Safehand Foodtech Consultants, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Introduction The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) is a non-profit association of industry experts committed to improving food safety along the value chain. Its major...
Spiny Lobster Culture Using Sea Cage
Dr K.N. Saleela Vizhinjam Regional Centre of CMFRI (ICAR) Introduction Mariculture is a branch of aquaculture involving the cultivation of marine plants and animals in the sea or any other natural water bodies having tidal influence such as onshore facilities...
A path towards sustainable fishery: an outline of Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Certification
Dr. Ranjit Suseelan Consultant (INDIA), Marine Stewardship Council, 1-3 Snow Hill| London EC1A 2DH| United Kingdom Introduction The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is an international not-for-profit organization established to transform the way the oceans are...
Sun, Sand, Sea and Tuna- A Glimpse of the Maldivian Tuna Industry
C S Mohamed Business Development Manager (India), Ensis Fisheries Private Limited, Maldives Introduction The Maldives is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, located south-west of the southern tip of India, the Minicoy Island. There are 26 atolls...
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