24^th International
Pectinid Workshop

The ASA was founded in 1992 to foster a better public understanding of the importance of the scallop industry and to represent and promote the interests of the domestic, U.S. wild-caught, Atlantic sea scallop industry. Our aim is to support ASA members and all other affiliated interests to ensure a viable and long term future for the Atlantic sea scallop fishery through effective dialogue, consultation, collaboration and partnerships. Since that time, The American Scallop Association (ASA) is the definitive voice of the Atlantic sea scallop fishery.
https://www.american-scallop-association.com/

The Buyers and Sellers Exchange (BASE) is a family-run electronic seafood auction based in New Bedford, Massachusetts—home to one of the most lucrative fishing ports in the United States.

Built to bring transparency to a once-opaque process, BASE connects seafood buyers and sellers through a structured, secure platform. Inspired by European auction models, particularly those in Iceland, our system combines accountability on the ground with digital efficiency. We run two auctions each weekday, offering scallops, groundfish and more—clearly displayed, tightly organized and fairly priced.
https://baseseafood.com

The Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation (CFRF) is a non-profit, private foundation established by commercial fishermen to conduct collaborative fisheries research and education projects.

The CFRF’s mission is to conduct and support research and education that assists in the achievement of sustainable fisheries through the generation and communication of better information and effective technologies for the benefit of individuals and businesses dependent on commercial fishing, consumers of seafood, and the public good.
https://www.cfrfoundation.org/

Connecticut Sea Grant is:
A public service organization focusing on the Long Island Sound watershed and its people. They have been significant contributors to coastal shellfish activities including education, research and outreach. They work with both commercial and recreational shellfishes as well as industry, state and municipal officials.
https://seagrant.uconn.edu/

Coonamessett Farm Foundation Inc. is a non-profit research organization based in East Falmouth, Massachusetts, specializing in marine and environmental research Their mission is to conduct scientific research and educational projects that support sustainable fisheries operations, local small-scale agriculture and aquaculture, and renewable energy sources for the benefit of the public
https://www.coonamessettfarmfoundation.org/

Eastern Fisheries, headquartered in New Bedford, MA is a vertically integrated, global supply leader in the seafood industry and a trusted seafood source to some of the largest retailers, food service distributors and wholesalers in the world. Founded in 1978 by Roy Enoksen and Frank O’Hara, a practical collaboration between business owners, who each brought their own seafood industry experience to the venture. Eastern Fisheries harvests, imports, and distributes premium seafood worldwide.
https://www.easternfisheries.com/

Nordic Inc. is a fleet of 6 scallop boats out of New Bedford. Owner Danny Eilertsen is very active active with the collaborations with SMAST researchers and is always looking at ways to smartly solve issues in scalloping and fishing industry, such as partnering with IBM, bringing traceability and food safety solutions to his scallop harvests.

Founded in 1908, The National Shellfisheries Association is an international organization of scientists, management officials and members of industry, all concerned with the biology, ecology, production, economics and management of shellfish resources – clams, oysters, mussels, scallops, snails, shrimp, lobsters, crabs, among many other species of importance.
https://www.shellfish.org/

Rhode Island is blessed with 21 coastal communities and 400 miles of coastline – all facing unprecedented stresses such as population growth, changes to commercial fishing and aquaculture, rising sea levels, and habitat degradation.

Rhode Island Sea Grant works to address issues through integrated research, extension, and education to provide the best available science and ensure community engagement across the Ocean State to build long-term, sustainable solutions for our coastal and marine resources.
https://seagrant.gso.uri.edu/

UMass Dartmouth distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research resulting in personal and lifelong student success. The university serves as an intellectual catalyst for economic, social, and cultural transformation on a global, national, and regional scale. UMass Dartmouth has 7 major colleges including the School for Marine Sciences and Technology which has a strong relationship with the regional and local Scallop and Groundfish fisheries.
https://www.umassd.edu/

Welcome to UMass Dartmouth’s School for Marine Science & Technology (SMAST), a nationally and internationally recognized institution for education and research in marine science and ocean technology. We are a collaborative community of dedicated graduate students and expert faculty working together to address critical challenges in marine science. n addition to the scholarly marine science and technology communities, the SMAST mission also emphasizes interaction with regional industry, and government and non-governmental agencies on compelling regional marine-related issues and technological development.
https://www.umassd.edu/smast/

The SMAST Fishermen’s Steering Committee comprises approximately 180 members of the fishing industry, including harvesters, vessel owners, processors, and other key stakeholders. The committee provides valuable expertise and firsthand observations to support and guide research efforts. Members engage in discussions on fisheries management, industry concerns, ongoing SMAST research initiatives, and future objectives. Representing a geographic area from North Carolina to Maine, the committee has played a vital role in shaping collaborative, science-based approaches to fisheries management since 1999.