After a long battle with the Norwegian state on whether so-called production fish must be handled in Norway, the shipping company Hav Line could breathe a sigh of relief, when they on Friday 19 February were informed that their harvesting vessel "Norwegian Gannet" receives a dispensation that applies until 1 December 2030.

Like a lot of other companies, the Port of Hirtshals has been through a year which to a great extent has been affected by the restrictions that governments around the world have been forced to impose due to the coronavirus pandemic. Even though some of the port's important areas of business have been under pressure in 2020, two of the main business segments have moved in a positive direction.

Last week, the establishment of what soon will become Iceberg Seafood's new sales office began at the eastern part of the port in Hirtshals. Over time, the office in Havnegade has become outdated, and therefore the company will now secure its future surroundings.