MSC re-certifies PNA tuna purse seine fishery
The Parties to the Nauru Agreement (PNA) have welcomed the decision of the MSC independent adjudicator, in respect of the objection raised against the application by PNA, to have its…
Historic Essex cockle fishery at heart of MSC campaign
One of the UK’s oldest family-run fishing businesses is being showcased in the MSC's Sustainable Seafood campaign this month. The aim has been to introduce a whole new generation to…
Four of the larger participating vessels from Aquitaine use pole-and-line methods with live bait
Bay of Biscay albacore fishermen gain MSC certification
Members of the Pêcheurs d'Aquitaine PO in France have joined forces with Spanish colleagues to have their sustainable fishing practices recognised as part of the North Atlantic Albacore Artisanal Fishery, which…
MSC responds to ITF/Nature claims
The Marine Stewardship Council has responded to claims made by the International Transport Federation in a study published in Nature, concerning forced labout in tuna fisheries. ‘We recognise forced and…
Forced labour identified on MSC-certified fishing vessels
The International Transport Federation claims that MSC certification is no guarantee of safe working conditions on certified vessels – despite the MSC’s claim of these being free of forced labour.…
Dutch shrimp fishery nominated for sustainable awards
MSC Belgium has nominated the Dutch shrimp fishery in the most important MSC-certified fishery award category. Since 2022, the MSC Sustainable Fish Awards Belgium have been presented to organisations that…
AGAC holds certification for skipjack across all four oceans
The Asociación de Grandes Atuneros Congeladores (AGAC) has received MSC certification for its skipjack tuna in the Atlantic, making it the first in the world to hold sustainability certification for…
Sapmer awarded third MSC certification
The MSC certification of Sapmer's Indian Ocean tuna tuna seine fishery has been announced, following an 18-month audit and evaluation conducted by independent certifying body Control Union. With this certification,…
Southern bluefin tuna has experienced a remarkable stock rebound. Images: Paul Lavalle
Tuna Australia drives Southern Bluefin Tuna MSC certification
Efforts are underway to secure MSC certification for Southern Bluefin Tuna (SBT) in recognition of the fishery's sustainability. Tuna Australia is spearheading this initiative through a project part funded by the Fisheries Research…
Snow crab gets MSC label
Norwegian snow crab is now MSC certified following an audit by Global Trust Certification to assess the fishery against MSC criteria relating to stock situation, ecosystem impact and management practices.…
