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FISHING SYSTEMS

Pelagic Trawling [Phase 2]

Mid-water trawling operations targeting pelagic species including herring, mackerel, and blue whiting.

Overview

Mid-water trawling operations targeting pelagic species including herring, mackerel, and blue whiting. Pelagic nets require lightweight construction, precise mesh geometry, and minimal drag for fuel-efficient towing.

WireCo provides purpose-engineered products for this application, backed by global manufacturing and technical support from engineers who understand the operational demands.

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Key Challenges in Pelagic Trawling

The problems WireCo products are engineered to solve.

Fuel Efficiency
Net drag is the primary fuel cost driver. Lighter, smoother netting directly reduces operating costs.
Catch Selectivity
Regulations mandate specific mesh sizes to allow juvenile fish to escape, requiring precise mesh geometry.
Net Geometry
Maintaining net shape at depth requires balanced construction and predictable stretch characteristics.
Rapid Deployment
Fast set-and-haul cycles demand netting that handles cleanly without tangling.

How WireCo Delivers

01
Application-Specific Engineering

WireCo engineers products specifically for pelagic trawling applications, considering the unique load profiles, environmental conditions, and service life requirements of this industry.

02
Global Manufacturing & Distribution

With manufacturing facilities and stocking locations across six continents, WireCo delivers products where and when operations require them.

03
Technical Support & Certification

Application engineers provide product selection guidance, inspection support, and compliance documentation for regulatory requirements specific to pelagic trawling operations.

Products for Pelagic Trawling

Product listings for this industry will be added in Phase 2.

Product listings will be populated when this industry page is fully developed in Phase 2.

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