Every year, 10 million tons of plastic are dumped into the ocean, polluting the water and killing marine life. That same plastic also pollutes pristine beaches and overflows landfills around the world. It’s a global crisis we urgently need to address. As World Cleanup Day is celebrated worldwide on September 18, the World Sustainability Organization is […]
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The company’s brand of canned seafood, Pan do Mar, is recognized for using ingredients exclusively from sustainable, organic, and artisanal sources. Friend of the Sea, the global certification standard for products and services that respect and protect the marine environment, has announced the recertification of Conservas Antonio Pérez Lafuente for its persistent engagement with sustainable fishing practices. […]
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Zinzino is a Scandinavian health and wellness brand, pioneering test-based, personalized nutrition with innovative, all-natural Polyphenol Omega Balance food supplements Friend of the Sea, the global certification standard for products and services that respect and protect the marine environment, is pleased to renew Zinzino’s certification for using sustainable fish oil in the production of their […]
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Nagua’s nautical ecological line of products spares the ocean from chemical pollution. Friend of the Sea, the global certification standard for products and services that respect and protect the marine environment, has recognized Nagua Swiss Sagl for its line of ecological cleaning products that spare the ocean from the spilling of harmful chemicals. Accordingly, Nagua can now […]
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SGS Lanka is one of the most trusted third-party service providers for the fisheries industries in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Friend of the Sea, the global certification standard for products and services that respect and protect the marine environment, congratulates SGS Lanka on obtaining accreditation by the Sri Lanka Accreditation Board (SLAB) to conduct Friend of […]
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Feared and respected but cruelly hunted and harmed, we see sharks as ruthless predators. In reality, as a result of human action, several species are threatened with extinction. Yet, sharks are key actors of the marine ecosystem, helping maintain the balance. For this reason, every 14th of July, the world celebrates Shark Awareness Day. Friend of the Sea wants […]
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The beneficial properties of seaweed go from human nutrition and skincare to fighting climate change. Friend of the Sea, the global certification standard for products and services that respect and protect the marine environment, has recognized seaExpert for sustainable seaweed production. Therefore, seaExpert can now display the Friend of the Sea label, certifying the engagement with sustainable […]
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The World Sustainability Organization, managing the Friend of the Earth and Friend of the Sea programs for promotion and certification of sustainable products and services, today announces its official collaboration with leading Ghanaian Media Personality, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist, Natalie Fort, to promote awareness of sustainability. The World Sustainability Organization and Natalie Fort’s Fort Group, envision working together to drive […]
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Mom’s Garden produces innovative food supplements specially designed for the whole family. Friend of the Sea, the global certification standard for products and services that respect and protect the marine environment, is pleased to certify Mom’s Garden for its commitment to employ sustainably sourced fish oil in its Omega-3 supplements. Thus, the company can now display the […]
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While part of the maritime industry ramps up efforts to become Whale-Safe, one every two shipping vessels still turns a blind eye. Friend of the Sea, the international certification of products and services which respect the marine habitat, has just released the results of a study to analyze and rank shipping and cruise lines’ engagement to […]
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