There will be a direct impact on the tuna processing activity of Mauritius and the Seychelles, should the current yellowfin quotas in the Indian Ocean be sustained, resulting in short supply...
Fishing
Yellowfin Catch Cut Causes “Race To Fish” In IO
The formulation of an IOTC agreement for purse seiners to cut their Indian Ocean yellowfin catches by an average of 15 percent this year, is causing a race to fish scenario in the region,...
Greenseas To Finally Fulfill FAD-Free Promise
Australian canned tuna brand Greenseas was the first major brand in the country to promise to stop sourcing tuna caught using FADs in 2012. After failing to stick to its 2015 deadline, it has...
Japan’s Quota Breach Not Over Yet
Japan's fishermen have confirmed predictions by exceeding their immature Pacific bluefin quota for the year, and it seems likely that the country's total catch of this species will continue to...
Indonesia Marks Clear Definition Of Strict IUU Boundary
Allowing for clearer identification of trespassing vessels, Indonesia has agreed with the Philippines to put a stronger mark on the boundaries of the nations’ EEZs. Ultimately, it will help to...
EU Fisheries Policy Found Inconsistently Enforced
There are problems with the design of the control rules of the EU's Common Fisheries Policy (CFP), which are also being implemented inconsistently by member states, according to the findings...
New US Import Rules: Industry Pushes For Quick Court Decision
A chunk of the US industry is hoping for a quick decision from the ruling judge, as the issue of the implementation of new seafood import rules to boost traceability and reduce IUU, proceeds...
MSC On Social Responsibility: “Don’t Want To Over-Promise”
The issue of labor standards was discussed by the MSC at the Seafood Expo Global in Brussels this week, with the organization, celebrating 20 years, stating that if it is to develop social...
Ensis Hopeful On Getting Back MSC For Yellowfin
Maldivian tuna firm, Ensis fisheries, is focused strongly on getting back MSC certification for its yellowfin catch, stating that it sees big potential for expansion of this product line in...
Japan Told To Wise Up Over Quotas
Japan has caused "great frustration" regarding its inability to stick to Pacific bluefin quotas, following reports that the nation's fishermen are on the verge of exceeding their allotment for...
MSC Maps Areas For Double Growth
MSC has set out a new long-term strategy, which, in the near future, includes the target of having 20 percent of the world's catch in its program by 2020, with a particular focus on the...
Fishing In IO ”Out Of Control”
Fishing in the Indian Ocean is facing a dire situation, as yellowfin has received an overfished status in this region, and according to a well-known industry scientist, skipjack stocks are...
Indonesia’s Minister Wants EU Recognition With Free Trade
Indonesia’s Fisheries Minister calls on the European Commission to recognize the efforts her country has been making to fight IUU fishing, and to rebuild itself as a global player in tuna...
PNA Puts Seiner Activity In Real Time
In a bid to open its supply chain to increased transparency and strengthen the regional fight against IUU, the PNA has become the first purse seine tuna fishery in the Pacific to phase in...
PNG Industry Against Ban On High Seas Bunkering
Representatives of the PNG-based tuna industry are calling on the country to oppose any potential ban on high seas bunkering, an issue discussed among PNA officials at last week’s meeting, but...
Have Your Say: Do Supply Vessels Need Limits?
This week we want your opinion on the following standpoint: Scouting Supply Vessel Use Should Be Unlimited The use of scouting supply vessels, or “FAD-management boats” has recently come to...
One Major Fleet’s Strengthening Focus On Higher Value Catch
A focus from the Taiwanese tuna fleet to more heavily target higher value tuna species is increasingly clear as overall 2015 global tuna catches are revealed. Despite a sharp drop in their...
Jail Time Proposed To Stop Vietnamese “Blue Boat” Plague
The most punitive action yet has been taken against so-called "blue boats”, believed to mostly come from Vietnam, with three vessels handed fines amounting to USD 4.6 million. A senior...
Should Scouting Supply Vessels Be Banned?
From the Indian Ocean region there are calls for a ban on supply vessels, which assist the operations of tuna purse seiners, as concerns grow surrounding the overfished status of yellowfin in...
At-Sea Transshipment Ban Vital To Stop IUU
A ban on the transfer of fish from one vessel to another, while at sea, is necessary to end illegal fishing, a new study emphasizes. Researchers analyzed existing regulations enforced by...