A Filipino carrier vessel was seized by Palau marine law enforcers on Saturday morning on suspicion of illegal activity, the latest in a number of similar instances. The carrier ship was...
Tuna Fishing News
The End Of The Post-FAD Ban Price Drop?
Will the increasing demand for free-school caught tuna in the global processing hub, Bangkok mean an end to a usual post-FAD ban skipjack price drop? Last year was the first year that saw a...
Japan Faces International Pressure Over Quota Breach
Japan will find it difficult to overcome pressure related to new Pacific bluefin fishing restrictions, after reports have surfaced that the international community is growing impatient,...
Vietnamese Blue Boats: Tackling The Source Of The Issue
Pacific nations are being urged to focus on tackling the source of the problem related to Vietnamese blue boats entering their waters illegally, as they address the broad consequences of this...
The Impact Of Shifting EU Demand On Small-Scale Fisheries
Increased demand for sustainable tuna in the European market is leading to positive change in developing countries by driving sustainable development, according to a new WWF report. The study...
EU Industry Accused Of Using Press Passes To Access Quota Talks
A new report suggests that fishing lobbies have been using press passes to access ministerial quota talks at the EU council. The investigative body and the NGO behind the findings have the...
Scouting Supply Vessels “Massive Catch Machines”
Efforts should be made to rein in the use of scouting supply vessels, according to Atuna readers that responded to the latest homepage poll. Just nine percent of voters believe that the use of...
IO Fleets Struggle To Meet Cannery Demand
Indian Ocean fleets are experiencing slow tuna catch rates, meaning that the supply pipeline to regional canneries is relatively unfilled, reflecting a similar situation as in the Western...
‘Month Of Tuna’: Ruta Del Atún Kicks Off In Spain
Cadiz, in the south of Spain, will this evening begin its month-long celebration of bluefin tuna and the traditional trap fisheries that have provided the region with jobs, culture, and food,...
PNA Tuna Innovations Praised By UN
The United Nations is applauding the PNA for its efforts when it comes to the conservation of tuna stocks and the different innovative measures it has taken to responsibly manage its rich...
Lack Of Transactions Creates Virtual BKK Skipjack Price
A distinct lack of supply, but relatively strong demand from packers, is creating a virtual Bangkok skipjack price, in which the buying side is willing to pay elevated price levels, in the...
Atlantic Bluefin Ruled Not Endangered
Canada's Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has made a final decision on the status of Atlantic bluefin, opting not to declare it as an endangered species, after a process of long...
“Most Tuna Stock Assessments Are Widely Uncertain”
Most stock assessments remain widely uncertain or false because they are very difficult to estimate, argues one renowned tuna scientist. The continuous growth of new national fleets, of which...
EU Fleet Extends Costly Indian Ocean Access
Allowing for up to 85 EU vessels to fish for tuna and tuna-like species in Indian Ocean waters, the European Union has ratified another four year agreement to access Mauritius’ EEZ, a deal...
Global Sustainability Underlined On World Tuna Day
As today’s global celebrations of World Tuna Day are well underway, many are taking the opportunity to speak up on issues regarding the sustainability of vital tuna stocks. While there are...
Major IO Canneries Concerned Over Short Supply
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...
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...