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 […]
Another step towards sustainable fishing: Biodegradable materials in marine environments. Tests carried out on compostable FADs in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans by Zunibal, in collaboration with AZTI, have paved […]
First Japanese purse seine tuna fishery gains MSC Fishing in the Western Central Pacific Ocean, two partner fisheries Kyowa and Meiho have become the first Japanese flagged tuna vessels using […]
First fishery achieves MSC certification for skipjack tuna from four oceans. The Asociación de Grandes Atuneros Congeladores (AGAC) has received Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification for its skipjack tuna in […]
EU agrees fishing opportunities for Mediterranean and Black Sea. For the western Mediterranean, the Ministers agreed to continue the implementation of the EU multiannual management plan (MAP) for demersal stocks, adopted in […]
New EU fisheries agreement with Madagascar. EU vessels can resume fishing tuna and tuna-like species in Madagascar’s fishing zone, including Mozambique Channel, following validation in plenary of the agreement. The new […]
Tesco joins Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Sustainable Fisheries Partnership (SFP), the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds and Whale and Dolphin Conservation has announced the completion of an independent audit of the risks to […]
Management of drifting fish aggregating devices. The time is now: address the lack of transparency and accountability associated with the use of Fish Aggregating Devices (FADs) in the Atlantic Ocean. […]
Mediterranean and Black Seas fishing opportunities for 2021. With this proposal, the European Commission is delivering on the political commitments made in the MedFish4Ever and the Sofia Declarations to promote […]
MOU on Maldives ghost fishing finalised. An important Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) has been finalised between the International Pole & Line Foundation (IPNLF) and the Olive Ridley Project (ORP) that will seek to assess […]
New fisheries plan for Med and Black Sea. The 43rd General Fisheries Commission for Mediterranean (GFCM) Annual Session attended by 24 countries took place in Athens from 4 to 9 […]
EU and Seychelles agree new fisheries partnership. The EU and the Seychelles have concluded negotiations for a new Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement (SFPA) and a new protocol that will strengthen […]
First Indonesian tuna fishery achieves MSC Certification – The PT. Citraraja Ampat Canning, Sorong Pole and Line Skipjack and Yellowfin Tuna (PT CRAC) has become the first fishery in Indonesia, […]
FCF Co. Ltd. affirms decade-long commitment to sustainable tuna sourcing, validated by maintained Friend of the Sea Certification. FCF Co., Ltd. (FCF), a global leader and one of the world’s […]
Pew Bertarelli Ocean Legacy celebrates French Polynesia’s new marine protection commitments. Historic designation protects species-rich waters and creates one of the world’s largest conserved areas. Pew Bertarelli Ocean Legacy has celebrated […]
Zunibal publishes its first sustainability report and reinforces its commitment to responsible fishing. Notable achievements include a 38.8% reduction in energy intensity and over 91% of energy consumption coming from […]
Dr. Gala Moreno, research scientist. Follow Fish Focus’ feature on Women in the Seafood Industry, to mark this year’s International Women’s Day. International Seafood Sustainability Foundation. An ISSF research scientist and member […]
Old nets? New rope! European project tackling marine plastics with circular fishing gear and port solutions. Combining research and industry expertise from across Europe, EU-funded project SEARCULAR is trialling circular […]
Visit of MEP Isabelle Le Callennec to Zunibal. Zunibal, a leader in technological innovation for the maritime and fishing sectors, welcomed MEP Isabelle Le Callennec. This visit highlights the fundamental […]