Finnsnes 19530117. Northern Norway's first fishing gear factory was placed at Finnsnes …, 1953 (photo)

Finnsnes 19530117. Northern Norway's first fishing gear factory was placed at Finnsnes in Troms. A/S Fishermen's tool factory is the most modern factory that creates the textile side of fishing gear production. The operation started in 1950 with a workforce of 150 women and men, with the women in the majority. The fishermen get everything they need from the company when it comes to the textile -composed part, ie yarn, nuts of different kinds, liner and ropes of all dimensions. The unclear hemp must be arranged and cleaned. It happens in this cleanser that Randi Ingvaltsen fits. All short fibers are excreted, the material becomes softer and smoother. Photo: Sverre A. Børretzen / Aktuell / NTB