Horn & Ballara (2013) A descriptive analysis and CPUE from commercial fisheries for ling from 1990 to 2009 – FAR 13 (PDF)
Getting to the Bottom of the Facts on Trawling
As an industry we are open to conversations about where we fish and how. We have already prohibited trawling from 30% of our fisheries waters to protect the seabed. We are also investigating new fishing technology to reduce our impact. Is trawling the terrible thing that some commentators believe it to be? No. But it can be improved. We are working to improve it, with good science as our guide.
Chatham Rise orange roughy survey results
A successful acoustic and biological survey programme of the Northwest and Northeast Chatham Rise orange roughy (ORH) spawning stocks was carried out on Sanford’s San Waitaki during a 30-day voyage from mid-June to mid-July.
Our history
BPAs and MPAs – Is There a Difference?
New Zealand’s Benthic Protection Areas (BPAs) are internationally-recognised as a type of Marine Protected Area (MPA). The IUCN recognises seven categories of MPAs and BPAs meet Category VI.
The Squid Fishery and New Zealand Sea Lions
Report on sea-trials of Long Range Acoustic Devices (LRAD) to deter seabirds from risk of trawl net capture
Leaked Risk Profile Reports Show MPI is Effectively Monitoring Fisheries Compliance
Environmental organisations unsure how science works
Fishing industry dismisses claim fishery should not be certified sustainable
More breeding albatrosses at remote Snares Islands
Clemens-Seely, K. (2014). Conservation Services Programme Annual Research Summary 2013-14. DOC: Wellington (PDF)
MPI (2010) Initial Position Paper & Submissions – Review of Sustainability Measures (01 Dec 2010) Vol2 BSK (PDF)
MPI (2010) Initial Position Paper & Submissions – Review of Sustainability Measures (01 Dec 2010) Vol2 BSK (PDF)
MPI (2010) Initial Position Paper & Submissions – Review of Sustainability Measures (01 Dec 2010) Vol2 BSK (PDF)
Nodder et al (2011) Physical biogeochemical and microbia characteristics Chatham Rise b- AEBR 70 (PDF)
Nodder et al (2007) Focusing of phytodetritus deposition beneath a deep-ocean front CR New Zealand. (PDF)
Dunn et al. (2009) Nursery Grounds of the Orange Roughy around NZ. ICES J. Mar. Sci. 66. 871-85 (PDF)
MPI (2015). Review of Management Controls for Hoki 1 (HOK 1) in 2015 Consultation Document. MPI Discussion Paper No: 2015/19 (PDF)
Baker, G.B. Jensz, K., & Sagar, P. (2014). 2013 Aerial survey of Salvin’s albatross at the Bounty Islands. Report prepared for DOC (PDF)
“Pierre, Johanna P; Finlay N Thompson; John Cleal (2014). Seabird interactions with the deepwater bottom-longline fleet, 31 pages. MIT2013-03 – Characterisation of smaller vessel deepwater bottom-longline operations in relation to risk factors for seabird capture.” (PDF)
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Black, (2014). Orange Roughy and Oreo-Trawl Footprint Analysis of Slope Habitat and Summary Analysis of UTF Habitat. Report from GNS Science for Deepwater Group. 25p (PDF)
MPI (2010) Final Advice Paper – Review of Sustainability Measures (01 Dec 2010) – BSK (PDF)
MPI (2010) Final Advice Paper – Review of Sustainability Measures (01 Dec 2010) Vol 1 – BSK (PDF)
MPI (2010) Final Advice Paper – Review of Sustainability Measures (01 Dec 2010) – BSK (PDF)
MPI (2010) Final Advice Paper – Review of Sustainability Measures (01 Dec 2010) – BSK (PDF)
Baker, G.B. Jensz, K., & Cunnigham, R. (2014). White-capped albatross aerial survey 2014. Report prepared for DOC. Wellington: Latitude42 Environmental Consultants Pty (PDF)
“Horn, P.L. (2015). Spatial and temporal changes in ling (Genypterus blacodes) population structure on the Chatham Rise and off West Coast South Island (New Zealand Fisheries Assessment Report 2015/03)” (PDF)
Penney, A., (2013). Spatial analysis of Australian and New Zealand historical bottom trawl fishing effort in the Convention Area of the SPRFMO. SPRFMO SC-01-20. 34pp. (PDF)
Thompson et al (2013) Common Dolphin Interactions In New Zealand Commercial Trawl Fisheries (PDF)
Boyd (2013) Assessment of ecological effects of four New Zealand orange roughy fisheries Report. 21Aug 2013 (PDF)
Hoki, Hake and Ling Trawl Fishery Reassessment 2024
DWC 2022-23 Annual Report
Our annual report provides an overview of our activities and achievements over the past year, as well as key statistics and information about NZ's deepwater seafood industry
New review shows bottom trawling is sustainable (when well-managed)
A review paper from our international group studying the impacts of bottom trawling is finally out in the ICES Journal of Marine Science. This post summarises the current state of bottom trawling sustainability around the world.
Hoki, Hake and Ling Trawl Fishery Surveillance Audit 2023
Fewer barriers needed when it comes to commercial fishing innovation
SNZ’s Aaron Irving is urging FNZ to proceed with its proposal to reduce the barriers to fishing innovation designed to strengthen environmental performance. Mr Irving is commenting on the draft Fisheries Industry Transformation Plan, released on 27 April, and the proposed action to ‘Review regulatory settings and operations to identify and mitigate regulatory barriers to fishing innovation’ in particular (action 1.1.2).
Net Gains – Ray Hilborn
Eating wild-caught fish is better for the environment and biodiversity than consuming meat or even crops, argues RAY HILBORN.
Net sounder technology ban under review
A ban on new technology that increases trawl efficiency and reduces environmental impacts is under review. Fisheries New Zealand (FNZ) has called for submissions on a proposal to revoke the prohibition on the use of net sonde cables that is seen as outdated and outmoded by the deepwater sector.
Minister provides for the co-management of the NZ hoki fishery
During 2022-23, owners of hoki quota have again agreed that the industry will continue to take a conservative approach to the management of this fishery.
In his most recent decision letter, the Minister agreed with this approach, and in recognition of the co-management of the hoki fishery, has provided for the HOK 1 TACC to remain at 110,000 tonnes for the 2022-23 year.
Orange roughy fishery re-certified as sustainable
Deepwater Group praises industry’s science investment, encourages more government research.
New Zealand’s three largest orange roughy fisheries have again exceeded the very high standards required to achieve Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification.
Hoki, Hake and Ling Trawl Fishery Surveillance Audit 2022
Orange Roughy MSC Reassessment (OLD)
Partnering with CSIRO for orange roughy research
Deepwater fisheries quota owners have committed to a five-year scientific research and monitoring programme.
In partnership with Australia’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), the programme aims to assess the biomass of selected deepwater fish stocks and to monitor and quantify fisheries interactions with deepwater benthic communities.
Hoki quota owners continue to take conservative approach to fisheries management
During 2021-22, owners of hoki quota have agreed that industry will continue to take a conservative approach to the management of these fisheries. The Minister has set the 2021-22 HOK 1 TACC at 110,000 tonnes (reduced from 115,000).
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Environment Select Committee Submission on Seamounts & Bottom Trawling
Please find all references from Deepwater Group's Submission to the Environment Select Committee here in response to the Petition Report by Deep Sea Conservation Coalition and its member groups (Save deep sea corals – ban bottom trawling on seamounts) .
Ray Hilborn: MPA’s not the answer to ocean biodiversity, sustainability efforts
Republished from SeafoodSource.com.
A global movement to create additional marine protected areas (MPAs) has been steadily gaining traction in recent years, with the initiative picking up milestone victories in the past few months.
In January, newly inaugurated U.S. President Joe Biden signed an executive order committing to a “30 by 30” goal, whereby the United States would designated 30 percent of its land and territorial waters to conservation by the year 2030. The move heightened the potential that MPAs will be used as a tool to tackle climate change.
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Hoki, Hake and Ling Trawl Fishery Surveillance Audit 2021
October round of fisheries decisions
Catch limits will be increased for 26 fisheries and reduced for three fisheries as part of a regular round of reviews designed to ensure ongoing sustainability of fisheries resources.
Seafood industry celebrated at Seafood Sustainability Awards
The big winner at the Seafood Sustainability Awards was a man who has spent almost 20 years working to protect seabirds and marine mammals in the commercial fishing industry.
Fishing and the environment – it shouldn’t be an either/or
This week’s release of the National Plan of Action on seabirds was the result of three years of discussions between industry, eNGOs, Fisheries New Zealand, and the Department of Conservation (DOC).