Thanh Hoa, March 26 -- Thanh Hoa, a north-central province with a bustling fishing fleet and a network of ports and anchorages that welcome thousands of vessels from near and far, is ramping up efforts to modernise its fisheries industry. The move includes upgrading port infrastructure, digitalising vessel management and tightening seafood traceability in line with recommendations from the European Commission. The province currently has four fishing ports designated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment to receive offshore fishing vessels, namely Lach Hoi, Lach Bang, Hoa Loc and Hai Chau. These facilities have been equipped with modern, comprehensive infrastructure and largely mechanised cargo-handling systems, around 90%, enabli...