The 83.7-meter Pathway has arrived in Peterhead, bringing advanced fishing technology, a powerful engine and accommodation for 18 crew members.
The Scottish pelagic fishing fleet has welcomed a major new addition: Pathway PD189, an 83.7-meter purse seiner and midwater trawler built by Karstensens Skibsværft in Denmark.
Owned by Lunar Fishing Company Limited, the vessel will operate from Peterhead and represents another significant investment in modern pelagic fishing technology.
Powerful engine and modern equipment
The new Pathway measures 17.2 meters across and has a gross tonnage of 3,999 GT.
Powered by a Wärtsilä 12V31 main engine producing 7,800 kW, the vessel has an estimated speed of 17 knots and accommodation for 18 people.
Its equipment includes Karmøy winches and cranes, while two Brunvoll thrusters provide additional maneuvering capability.
Hull built in Poland
Karstensens Skibsværft designed the vessel, with its hull built in Gdańsk, Poland, before completion in Denmark.
The shipyard’s original specifications listed January 2026 as the expected delivery date.
Industry welcomes investment
The Scottish Pelagic Fishermen’s Association (SPFA) welcomed the vessel’s arrival on 6 November.
SPFA chief executive Ian Gatt said the investment reflected the fleet’s commitment to modern technology.
“The Scottish pelagic fleet has a proud recent history of investing in new vessels and the latest technology, which helps reduce carbon emissions and enhance crew safety,” he said.
Gatt also highlighted advanced fish-handling systems designed to maintain catch quality.