What does it take to protect the ocean for generations to come?
Learn how the Rapa Nui people are protecting their ocean territory through community governance, sustainable fishing practices and the strategic use of monitoring technology.
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How Global Fishing Watch is turning protection into action in Rapa Nui?
Explore the challenges and opportunities facing the Rapa Nui Multiple-Use Marine and Coastal Protected Area as the community works to transform conservation commitments into practical, long-term ocean stewardship.
What does fishing mean for the people of Rapa Nui?
Explore how the island’s relationship with the sea shapes both livelihoods and governance, and how technology is strengthening the implementation of their marine protected area.
Rapa Nui: Where life and the ocean are one
Rapa Nui blends ancestral ocean traditions with modern satellite technology to protect its marine ecosystem and sustain artisanal fishing for future generations.
Ultimate Beneficial Ownership in Fisheries: The Critical Need for Transparency in Vessel Ownership
Illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing is a global crisis that continues to undermine marine ecosystems, distort markets and drain the global economy of billions of dollars each year.
Satellite mapping reveals extensive industrial activity at sea – video
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
Inside the Work of a Fisheries Analyst: Luca Marsaglia
Luca Marsaglia, senior fisheries analyst explains how data from Global Fishing Watch’s research and engineering teams can help inform governments and NGOs on critical ocean governance issues.
Inside the Work of a Fisheries Analyst: Tim White
Tim White, senior manager of Analysis at Global Fishing Watch, explains how his work supports governments in developing policies and improving fisheries management.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Tim Hochberg
Tim Hochberg, senior machine learning engineer at Global Fishing Watch, shares how his work is advancing ocean governance by increasing transparency of human activity at sea.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Rollan Geronimo
Rollan Geronimo, a fisheries analyst at Global Fishing Watch, shares how his work is advancing ocean governance by increasing transparency of human activity at sea.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Aimée Komugabe-Dixson
Aimée Komugabe-Dixson, capacity development manager at Global Fishing Watch, shares how her work is helping to advance ocean governance by increasing transparency of human activity at sea.
Inside the Work of a Data Scientist: Jaeyoon Park
Jaeyoon Park, a data scientist at Global Fishing Watch, explains how data can be harnessed to inform research and drive better ocean governance.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Jaeyoon Park
Learn how data science and technology are being leveraged to generate insights, drive informed decision-making, and support sustainable marine management.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Rocio Joo
Data scientist Rocio Joo explains how her work at Global Fishing Watch helps improve transparency of human activity at sea.
If I Weren’t Working for Global Fishing Watch…
Hear from Global Fishing Watch team members around the world on how their journeys and passions connect to the mission of ocean transparency.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Tim White
Senior manager Tim White explains how Global Fishing Watch uses data insights to improve transparency and advance sustainable ocean governance.
Favorite Moments at Global Fishing Watch
Discover what makes Global Fishing Watch a meaningful workplace as team members share memorable moments and their impact on ocean governance.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Wildan Ghiffary
Program officer Wildan Ghiffary explains how Global Fishing Watch uses data and technology to increase transparency and advance sustainable ocean governance.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Luca Marsaglia
Senior fisheries analyst Luca Marsaglia explains how data and technology at Global Fishing Watch help improve transparency and ocean governance.
Our Ocean, Our Work
Learn how Global Fishing Watch empowers governments, researchers and the public with open data to advance transparency and sustainable ocean governance.
How Global is Global Fishing Watch?
Meet the global team behind Global Fishing Watch. A diverse, remote group united by a mission to increase transparency and protect our oceans.
A Vision for Our Global Ocean
See how Global Fishing Watch uses technology, data and machine learning to map human activity at sea and support transparent, sustainable ocean governance.
Global Fishing Watch at Work: Leah Buckley
Leah Buckley, product manager at Global Fishing Watch, shares insights into her role in developing innovative tools that help break down barriers for ocean conservation efforts. Learn how her work is...
New research uses GPS data to reveal longline vessels pose significant risk to threatened albatross
GPS data reveals most longline fishing happens during the day, increasing danger for threatened albatrosses.