World leaders at the U.N. Ocean Conference must embrace transparency, and equity to rapidly advance ocean governance, says Paolo Domondon.
From Ambition to Action: Can UNOC3 Correct the Course for Ocean Governance? Read More »
With Africa’s marine lifelines under threat, technology and transparency offer a new path to a sustainable fisheries future
Charting a Sustainable Course for Africa’s Oceans Read More »
At the Our Ocean Conference, Global Fishing Watch CEO Tony Long applauds Panama’s commitment to ultimate beneficial ownership
Panama Takes Aim at “Invisible” Owners in Fight Against Illegal Fishing Read More »
As the 10th Our Ocean Conference discusses the future of digital oceans, Global Fishing Watch’s Tony Long and Paolo Domondon renew their call for a binding vessel tracking mandate to help deliver on the promise of 30×30.
Digital Eyes on the Ocean: How vessel tracking can support the 30×30 goal Read More »
In Conversation with Courtney Farthing With 75 percent of industrial vessels evading public monitoring, Global Fishing Watch’s policy team is driving efforts for binding vessel tracking rules — and a new era of accountability at sea. The ocean plays a central role in feeding the planet and powering the global economy. According to estimates, more
New satellite analysis reveals widespread pollution from offshore oil operations threatening ocean and climate A surge in offshore oil and gas operations is leaving a slick trail of pollution across the world’s oceans, a new report from environmental watchdog SkyTruth has revealed. The report, titled Exposing the Environmental Costs of Offshore Oil: Greenhouse Gas Emissions,
The offshore oil boom is fueling a climate crisis at sea Read More »
In Conversation with Rocío Joo Using satellite data and machine learning, Global Fishing Watch is working to reveal human rights abuses in the fishing industry — and help authorities take action The open ocean remains one of the most challenging places on Earth for human rights enforcement. Covering more than 70 percent of the planet’s
Unmasking Forced Labor at Sea: How AI Is Tracking Exploitation on the Open Ocean Read More »
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
Washington, D.C., UNITED STATES — Global Fishing Watch today released its 2024 annual report, showcasing a year of bold strides and critical breakthroughs in driving transparent and equitable ocean governance — from undertaking pioneering research on hidden human activity at sea and catalyzing policy change at the United Nations to joining forces with governments worldwide to advance their ocean management strategies.
What information can be accessed in the public apparent fishing effort dataset and what has changed in the latest release?
Ask the Expert: Amanda Lohmann, Data scientist, vessel tracking and behavior Read More »
In Conversation with Cian Luck A conversation on the quest to unveil hidden fishing vessel activity at sea Cian Luck, a senior fisheries analyst with the global programs team at Global Fishing Watch, studies his computer screen. Shades of blue collide across his monitor to form a map of the Earth’s ocean while flares of
How Data and Transparency Are Transforming Ocean Governance Read More »
How is user feedback incorporated into the development of Vessel Viewer?
Ask the Expert: Shen Yan Liow, Product manager, vessels and identity Read More »
Explore the newly expanded Cocos Island National Park in Costa Rica. Learn about the ecological significance and diverse marine wildlife in this protected area.
Marine Manager Supports Effective Management of Cocos Island National Park Read More »
CEO Tony Long calls for urgent action, underlines role of transparency in ocean governance More than 3 billion people around the world rely on fish for 20 percent of their daily protein intake. It’s a staggering amount and a testament to the invaluable role our ocean and its fisheries play in keeping people and the
On World Fisheries Day, Global Fishing Watch Urges Binding Vessel Tracking Agreement Read More »
Four Latin American countries are harnessing cutting-edge technology to bolster marine protection and chart a new course in sustainable ocean governance
The Pacific Ocean off the coasts of Central and South America is home to some of the richest concentrations of biodiversity on Earth, a haven for marine life ranging from whales, sharks, dolphins and sea turtles to vibrant corals, dense schools of pelagic fish and tiny phytoplankton.
Our Ocean is under threat and tech can help save it Read More »
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