We will call the meeting to order again, as we have everything done to be ready for the second panel.
I would like to make a few comments for the benefit of new witnesses.
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I would now like to welcome our witnesses. Representing the Fisheries Council of Canada and here in person is Paul Lansbergen, president. He, of course, is no stranger to FOPO. Representing Sogelco International Incorporated, we have Richard Ablett, vice-president and chief science director.
Thank you for taking the time to appear today. You each have five minutes for an opening statement.
We will begin with Mr. Lansbergen, please, for five minutes or less.