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Conservation and Management Measure for Exploratory Fishing for Toothfish by New Zealand-Flagged Vessels in the SPRFMO Convention Area (CMM 14a-2019).

Country/Territory
Document type
Regulation
Date
2019
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Data collection/reporting Fishing gear/fishing method High seas Monitoring Exploration Total allowable catch Fishing authorization Authorization/permit Ecosystem preservation Marine area Protection of species Marine mammals
Abstract

This Measure of the Commission of the South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO) provides with respect to fishing for exploratory bottom fishing for toothfish (Dissostichus spp.) in selected areas of the Convention Area by two vessels of New Zealand. This shall be done on a precautionary and gradual basis according to the best available science and shall meet specified objectives. Fishing pursuant to this Measure shall only take place in accordance a specified Fisheries Operation Plan, suggested Data Collection Plan, and impact assessments. Various obligations are imposed on such vessel(s) with respect to use of gear, protection of marine mammals, seabirds, turtles, and other species of concern, monitoring and data collection.

Full text
English
Website
www.sprfmo.int