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ISSF report highlights global tuna sustainability progress. Latest assessment finds 16 of 23 global tuna stocks now achieve a passing score under MSC Principle 1, reflecting improvements in stock status […]
ISSF publishes first global tuna longline fleet analysis across Regional Fisheries Management Organisations. New report combines vessel registry information from all five tuna RFMOs into a single global resource for understanding […]
ISSF highlights high compliance with science-based tuna measures. Independent audits show companies achieved 98.8% conformance while Aggregate PVR Vessel Compliance reached 75.6%. The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) has published its latest ISSF […]
Nina Rosen joins ISSF Environmental Stakeholder Committee. New ESC member brings expertise in traceability, transparency, and fisheries conservation. The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) is pleased to announce the appointment […]
When the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) convenes this May, it will be to meet and make policy decisions after a period of tangible progress. Recent outcomes, like strengthened FAD management and […]
ISSF releases fourth edition of ‘Skippers’ Guidebook to Sustainable Purse Seine Fishing Practices’. Updated global resource supports responsible purse-seine tuna fishing through science-based guidance. The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) has […]
ISSF board repeals conservation measure on Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna. The Board of Directors of the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) voted to repeal ISSF Conservation Measure 1.3 – IOTC […]
ISSF welcomes new members to its board of directors and scientific advisory committee. Expanded scientific, economic, and industry expertise strengthens ISSF’s global efforts to advance sustainable tuna fisheries. The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation […]
ISSF reviews WCPFC annual meeting outcomes in new article. Delivering on science while delaying on monitoring for Pacific tuna fisheries: ISSF’s response to the WCPFC annual meeting. By Holly Koehler, ISSF […]
ISSF reviews ICCAT annual meeting outcomes in new article. Mixed results at ICCAT 2025: Skipjack management procedure adoption marks progress, other key reforms slip to 2026 and beyond. By Dr. Victor […]
ISSF strengthens conservation measures for seafood companies to elevate transparency and accountability in global tuna supply chains. Updates to measures on at-sea transshipment oversight, bycatch mitigation, and FAD management underscore […]
Building on progress: ISSF priorities for ICCAT 2025. As the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) convenes its annual meeting from November 17-24, 2025, the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) is encouraged […]
Securing the future of Eastern Pacific tuna: ISSF’s 2025 priorities for the IATTC. By Holly Koehler The Eastern Pacific Ocean (EPO) is home to some of the world’s most productive tuna fisheries, supplying […]
ISSF releases 2025 snapshot of large-scale tropical tuna purse seine fishing fleets. Report Shows 3.8% Growth in Vessel Numbers with Minimal Capacity Increase; 74% of Vessels Listed on ISSF ProActive Vessel […]
Updated ISSF report assesses tuna stock sustainability against MSC criteria. 12 of 23 global tuna stocks meet MSC Principle 1 Benchmark; 7 of 23 stocks have harvest control rules for sustainable […]
ISSF Annual Compliance Report highlights industry progress in tuna sustainability and new conservation requirements. Report shows 99.6% conformance by participating companies with 33 ISSF conservation measures and 77.5% conformance by […]
ISSF Expands Tuna Vessel Best Practices Tracked in VOSI Transparency Tool Redesigned Platform Now Verifies More Bycatch Mitigation Measures, Including for Sharks and Sea Turtles The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation […]
ISSF welcomes Vietnam’s KTCFOOD as a new participating company. Vietnam-based KTCFOOD has joined the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) as its newest participating company. By aligning with ISSF—recognised as a leading force in the long-term conservation […]
ISSF publishes 2024 Annual Report highlighting scientific achievements in sustainable tuna fishing – Science Leads the Way. The International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF) has released its 2024 annual report, Science Leads […]
ISSF reviews IOTC annual meeting outcomes in new article. Progress made at IOTC: ISSF applauds new measures for skipjack, bigeye, and sharks, urges further action. By Dr. Hilario Murua and Kerrie Robertson. […]
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