“The Mustad Autoline E-Line system is a big step forward for our longline operations. After just two trips, we’re already hauling around 20% faster from depths down to 3,000 metres. The accurate tension control has also reduced line breakage, and we’re now setting the line at 8–9 knots—about one knot faster than with our previous system.
The technology is impressive, but the support behind it is just as important. Having direct access to Mustad Autoline’s service team in Norway helps us resolve issues quickly and keep downtime to a minimum.
Most importantly, the crew are genuinely happy with the system and have really taken ownership of it. They’re the ones working with it every day, thousands of miles away from us, so if it makes their job easier and they’re happy—trust me, I’m happy.”
— Greg Jones, Technical Superintendent, Austral Fisheries
“The E-Line system is fantastic. The amount of data available, the sensitivity of the controls and the overall build quality make it the best hauling system I’ve used.”
— Rian Wheeler, Engineer, Austral Odyssey
The Austral Odyssey operates in the Southern Ocean, primarily around the Heard Island and McDonald Islands, approximately 4,000 km southwest of Perth, Australia. Its main target species is Patagonian toothfish, marketed by Austral Fisheries under the Glacier 51® Toothfish brand.