The founder of Aquarius Lawyers and Aquarius Education, Katherine Hawes holds a degree in Maritime Law and has a unique perspective on fish farming. She is legal counsel for the Association of International Seafood Professionals, as well as a director for the World Aquaculture Society Asia-Pacific chapter. Hawes spoke with IntraFish Aquaculture about the biggest issues and obstacles that aquaculture faces today and how to overcome them in an efficient and sustainable manner.
IntraFish: What are the biggest issues you see in your work as an aquaculture lawyer?
Katherine Hawes: In relation to aquaculture there are a number of issues facing the industry: (a) Making people understand the complexity of the legal environment in which aquaculture operates and understanding the legal requirements for not just establishing the business but also the ongoing operation of the business.
