SFF Services Limited

07/05/2026

06/05/2026

May 2026 sees the beginning of a new era for SFF Services Limited (SFFSL) and Marine Environmental Solutions Limited (MES). After thirty years of valued service Steven Alexander stepped down as Managing Director at the end of April and we all wish him well in his retirement.

Sheryl Gove has now assumed the Managing Director role, joining the Executive Team, alongside the Chief Executive Officer, Elspeth Macdonald and Finance Director, Derek Duthie. Sheryl has overseen a restructuring of the Marine Operations Team to allow the high quality SFFSL/MES service provision to continue seamlessly. Commenting on the changes, Sheryl said:

“Greg Wood has been promoted to Marine Operations Lead, a crucial role in the delivery our of our Guard Vessel and Offshore Personnel services, and the new point of contact for Skipper enquiries.

“Andrew Third has been appointed Marine Assurance Lead in recognition of additional workload responsibilities and his achievement of becoming a CMID Approved Vessel Inspector.

“Andrew Innes is now our Marine Technical Specialist and will continue to provide his invaluable expertise to the Marine Operations Team as well as contributing more widely to the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation policy work.

“We are also very grateful to have Iain Brydon join recently as QHSE Lead, to oversee the company management systems and to provide operational support to Greg.

“Ali Butler’s excellent marketing and design skills completes the Marine Operations Team and our first-rate Support Team always help to ensure smooth sailing ahead. Everyone’s hard work and dedication is much appreciated and with all hands on deck we are full steam ahead into this exciting new phase!”

13/04/2026

Something a bit different… a rare crew setup and another vessel added to the list.

The Caledonia III (BCK35) is back from a successful guard job for SFF Services Limited and all of the crew sailing on the trip were brothers. Many thanks to Marc, William, Alex and Bobby Addison.

As Andrew Third our Marine Assurance Officer pointed out, “it’s not something you come across often — whether on fishing or guard work”.

On another note, this trip also marks a milestone: Caledonia III becomes the 578th different vessel used by SFF Services Limited since 2000.

02/04/2026

We are actively seeking to increase our pool of Fisheries Liaison Officers to cover future offshore work requirements in 2026 and beyond.

The role of the Fisheries Liaison Officer (FLO) involves the use of local knowledge and fisheries experience to assist marine operations by encouraging co-operation between offshore companies and fishermen.

Requirements include:
✅Under 16.5m Skipper’s Ticket or above
✅A valid offshore survival certificate - PST, BOSIET/FOET
✅A valid offshore ENG1 medical certificate

Frequency and duration of trips vary and the work can be seasonal and ad-hoc, therefore the FLO role would not be suitable for someone seeking full-time employment.

A CV detailing relevant certificates and experience should be sent to [email protected]

18/03/2026

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We are proud to share that HORIZON WATCH has been shortlisted in the Fishing News Awards 2026 in the Initiative Of The Year category. This award recognises the outstanding initiative that has brought demonstrable benefit to the fishing industry in 2025.

HORIZON WATCH was created to allow fishermen the opportunity to provide input into proposed subsea cable routes at design stage. The aim is to minimise disruption at installation & safeguard priority fishing areas.

You can vote for HORIZON WATCH under the category Initiative Of The Year and every vote will aid in promoting our platform to support the fishing industry alongside providing valuable insight to developers.

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02/02/2026

Tribute paid to retiring SFF Services Ltd MD as new boss takes over

A new Managing Director is to take the helm at SFF Services Limited, the commercial wing of the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation, with the upcoming retirement of long-serving incumbent Steven Alexander.

Sheryl Gove has been promoted to MD Designate of both SFF Services Limited and its subsidiary company Marine Environmental Solutions Limited and will make the step up to MD when Steven stands down in April.

“Steven has been with SFF Services for 30 years, and has been MD for the past 10 years, so his retirement will be a significant change for the company,” said Board Chairman Brian Isbister.

“But we are very fortunate in having Sheryl, currently our Marine Operations and QHSE Manager, who started working here in 2011 and who will be a very able replacement.

“I would like on behalf of both companies to thank Steven for his unstinting service and welcome Sheryl into her new role.”

Steven said: “It has been a privilege to work with the great team here at SFF Services and with all our valued clients, and I will leave in April knowing that in my retirement the companies will be in good hands.”

Sheryl added: “Steven’s will be very big shoes to fill, but I am very much looking forward to taking over and building on his legacy.”

Steven joined the SFF Services marine operations team in March 1996, establishing himself as a key player in developing systems and service delivery. He was promoted to Director of Marine Operations in 2012 then to Director of Business Development in October 2013 and to Managing Director in January 2016.

26/01/2026

21/01/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗙𝗙 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝟰𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀.

Over the past four decades, our success has been driven by our people, our values, and our commitment to quality and reliability.

We would like to thank our employees, clients, and partners for being an essential part of our story.

As we celebrate this achievement, we look forward to continuing to grow and deliver excellence in the years ahead.

You can find out more about SFF Services Limited by visiting our website https://sffservices.co.uk

13/01/2026

Vessel days exceed 𝟲𝟬𝟬𝟬 in a successful 2025 for SFFSL!

SFF Services Limited, which celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2026, has just enjoyed its busiest year in 10 years with 2025’s vessel days total being the seventh highest in the company’s history.

With 𝟱𝟳𝟳 different vessels and 𝟮𝟭𝟵 offshore personnel now having been engaged since the start of 2000, we would like to reiterate our continuing appreciation of the support provided by SFF’s constituent association member vessels, our dedicated pool of offshore personnel, and all of our other sub-contractors in helping the Company Group meet the demands of its diverse client base.

Here is a breakdown of statistics since 2000 ⬇️

18/12/2025

It has been very busy year at SFF Services Limited and Marine Environmental Solutions. As we look ahead to 2026, we would like to thank our amazing team for their collective effort and extend our thanks to all our clients, suppliers and partners who have made this possible. We wish everyone connected to us a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!