Iceland's dying whaling industry clings to life for another hunting season. In a surprising and controversial decision, Iceland has announced it will continue its whaling practices. The Icelandic government revealed today that Hvalur hf., the nation’s last whaling company, will receive an annual permit to hunt 99 fin whales in the Greenland/West Iceland region, along with an … [Read more...] about Iceland Decides To Continue Whaling, Issuing Hunting Permits For 128 Fin Whales
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Japan Unveils New Whaling Mothership Set To Revitalize The Industry
In a bold move to revive its struggling whaling industry, Japan has launched a state-of-the-art "mothership." This new vessel, the Kangei Maru, signifies Japan's serious commitment to whaling. The Kangei Maru, a whaling factory ship, departed from Shimonoseki port on May 21. Costing $48 million, this enormous ship measures 112.6 meters (369 feet) in length and 21 meters (68 … [Read more...] about Japan Unveils New Whaling Mothership Set To Revitalize The Industry