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Growing support to update the FAO Ecolabelling Guidelines. A chance for equitable market access for small-scale fisheries. The FAO has acknowledged mounting concerns that current certification systems are shutting small-scale fisheries […]
IPNLF strengthens global expertise with key appointments. The International Pole and Line Foundation (IPNLF) is expanding its team and deepening its expertise as it embarks on its latest five-year strategy. Six […]
How small-scale fishers in Indonesia are revolutionising ice production and reducing their carbon footprint, using the sun’s power to produce ice. Celebrating a New Chapter in Kawa’s Fisheries Sector The […]
IPNLF strengthens its global one-by-one supply chain business network with three new members in key geographies. The International Pole and Line Foundation (IPNLF) is excited to announce that they have […]
IPNLF hosts ground-breaking think tank in Bali to revolutionise small-scale fisheries. The International Pole and Line Foundation (IPNLF) recently organised a ground-breaking Think Tank in Bali. This event was a […]
World’s first plastic neutral fishery is taking the world stage! International Pole and Line Foundation (IPNLF), together with renowned videographer Pepe Brix, proudly debuted the film ‘A TRULY PLASTIC NEUTRAL […]
IPNLF appoints two new Directors to key positions in the organisation. The International Pole and Line Foundation (IPNLF) is excited to announce that it has appointed two new directors to […]
Exploring alternatives for live bait in pole-and-line fisheries. What if commercial pole-and-line tuna fisheries could limit their use of live bait? Using less fuel to catch or source live bait […]
IPNLF expands to new geographies, supporting the aims of the ‘Common Oceans Programme’ to ensure tuna stock sustainability, improved compliance and better protection of ocean biodiversity. By helping to protect […]
Social responsibility working towards a fair and sustainable seafood industry. Human Rights at Sea (HRAS) interviewed Social Responsibility Director Zacari Edwards, who discusses the vital work of International Pole and […]
The vital role small-scale tuna fisheries play in local distribution of wealth, sustainable development, and ensuring global food security. Throughout coastal communities all over the globe, hundreds of small-scale fisheries […]
IPNLF welcomes five new companies to member network. The International Pole and Line Foundation (IPNLF) is excited to announce that we have welcomed five new companies; Bluefin Balear SL, PT […]
Support for the Atlantic Ocean: IPNLF Position Statement ICCAT Panel 1. As tuna species are highly migratory, management of tuna populations span wide geographical areas that are organised into Regional […]
Gender equality and equity in the Maldives. How IPNLF Maldives helps women fish processors turn fish into money. In the Maldives, traditional one-by-one tuna fishing is largely considered a male-dominated […]
Statement on 27th Session of the IOTC. The 27th Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) concluded in Balaclava, Mauritius on Friday 12 May 2023. While there were some […]
IPNLF strengthens its governance structures by adding another prominent member to its Board of Trustees The International Pole and Line Foundation (IPNLF), the global charity which supports and promotes environmentally […]
Statement on the conclusion of the Sixth Special Session of the IOTC. The Sixth Special Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) concluded on Sunday, with two resolutions on […]
Statement on the conclusion of Sixth Special Session of the IOTC. The Sixth Special Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) concluded on Sunday, with two resolutions on Fish […]
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