Aker BioMarine hires its first ever female Fish Mate
Born and raised in a traditional fishing family in Lofoten, Norway, Hege Louise Eltoft sets her sights now towards the Southern Ocean, as she takes on the role as Fish Mate for Aker BioMarine’s Saga Sea vessel in Antarctica. As a Fish Mate on board Saga Sea, Eltoft will hold the overall responsibility for fishing operations according to captain Per – Hugo Ekrem’s instructions and navigation. She is currently certified as a Fishing Skipper and Deck Officer. Eltoft started her education at high school for fishery at age 16. She possesses extensive expertise with various fishing