The Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC) was established by the Convention for the Conservation and Management of Highly Migratory Fish Stocks in the Western and Central Pacific Ocean (WCPF Convention) which entered into force on 19 June 2004.
The Convention was concluded after six years of negotiation which commenced in 1994. The period between the conclusion of the Convention and its entry into force was taken up by a series of Preparatory Conferences that laid the foundations for the Commission to commence its work.
Increased Catch and Reduced Bottom Impact with New Trawl Gear Norway
A new trawl gear concept gave 20-40% more catch than standard rock hoppers. The gear is also designed to be gentler on the seabed, which can help the industry towards an even more efficient and enviro...
The Norwegian Pelagic Fishing Course in Week 48 Norway
Herring fishing in the north with good luck, and better collection of North Sea herring.
NVG herring:
As expected, there was a modest quantity with a total of 7,800 tonnes for the whole week. Apar...
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