Recommendation on Conservation and Management Measures for Deep Sea Sharks in the NEAFC Regulatory Area from 2024 to 2027 (Rec. 09:2024). Country/Territory Document type Regulation Date 2024 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Marine fisheries Fishery management and conservation Marine fishes Cartilaginous fishes Entry into force notes This measure shall be in force from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2027. Abstract This recommendation outlines measures for the conservation of deep sea sharks. It mandates that contracting parties prohibit vessels flying their flag from engaging in directed fishing for these sharks within the Regulatory Area. dditionally, contracting parties are required to provide all available data on deep sea sharks to ICES and it defines 'deep species' for the purpose of this recommendation. Full text English Website www.neafc.org