
Global Fishing Watch and Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory launch Deep-Sea Mining Watch
The new global transparency tool will empower governments, researchers and civil society to monitor vessels involved in deep-sea mineral exploration

The new global transparency tool will empower governments, researchers and civil society to monitor vessels involved in deep-sea mineral exploration

Tokyo, Japan. 13 September 2018 – The Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency (FRA) has entered into a formal collaboration with the global non-profit organisation, Global Fishing Watch, and the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS) at the University of Wollongong to investigate illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, and strengthen transparency […]

Momentum builds in Pacific as Palau joins progressive countries committed to publicly sharing vessel tracking data NEW YORK, U.S. – Global Fishing Watch welcomes a new partnership with Palau that aims to strengthen sustainable fisheries management and promote transparency as a principle of ocean governance. The agreement, which was signed between Global Fishing Watch and […]

The new agreement aims to advance fisheries science and vessel monitoring through shared data and collaborative research.

Pilot study first to estimate the greenhouse gas emissions of all large industrial vessels operating in the ocean As part of our ongoing work to shine a light on all industrial activity at sea, we have, for the first time ever, mapped and estimated the emissions of all industrial vessels operating in the ocean. Our […]

Illegal fishing is the planet’s 6th largest crime and poses incredible risks to the preservation and health of ocean ecosystems Lisbon, Portugal + Brampton, ON – MDA Ltd. (TSX:MDA), a leading provider of advanced technology and services to the rapidly expanding global space industry, announced today at the 2022 UN Ocean Conference a major new contribution […]

By revealing who ultimately profits from vessels flying its flag, Panama is setting a bold new standard for transparency and accountability in global fisheries

Latin American nation joins growing movement in support of better ocean governance

Discover what makes Global Fishing Watch a meaningful workplace as team members share memorable moments and their impact on ocean governance.

As a historic governance gap closes, accessible and actionable data remain key to delivering real protection for marine biodiversity, says Global Fishing Watch CEO Tony Long