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Conservation Measure 22-06 (2019) Bottom fishing in the Convention Area.

Country/Territory
Document type
Regulation
Date
2019
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes High seas Fishing gear/fishing method Monitoring Fishing authorization Fishing vessel Data collection/reporting Authorization/permit
Abstract

This conservation measure regulates bottom fishing in specified areas of the Convention Area, excluding certain established fisheries. The measure defines 'vulnerable marine ecosystems' and 'bottom fishing activities', requiring Contracting Party vessels to follow specific procedures for engagement. Additionally, Contracting Parties must not authorize their flagged vessels for bottom fishing unless they comply with the outlined provisions and obtain approval from the Commission based on scientific assessments. Contracting Parties must promptly report encounters with Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems (VMEs) during fishing activities, providing specific information outlined in Annex 22-06/B. To ensure compliance, Contracting Parties engaged in bottom fishing must equip their vessels appropriately, carry designated scientific observers, and submit data according to Data Collection Plans. Vessels failing to submit required data may be prohibited from further participation in the fishery until the data is provided and reviewed by the Scientific Committee. The measure consists of 15 Articles and has 2 Attachments.

Full text
English
Website
cm.ccamlr.org

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