Seafood news continued to come thick and fast on IntraFish last week, particularly in the United States where two major stories rolled out.
First off, Chris Lischewski, president and CEO of Bumble Bee Food was indicted for his role in a conspiracy to fix prices for canned tuna sold in the United States – a move which was perhaps not too unexpected.
We reported on the and followed up on the fallout: Lischewski facing 10 years in prison, $1 million fine; Bumble Bee owners mum on future of beleaguered CEO; NFI: Don't rush to judgment about indicted Bumble Bee CEO; Will Lischewski's indictment impact his role on American Seafoods' board?; Bumble Bee: Board 'will act swiftly to ensure continuity in the company’s leadership'.