Providing Coordinated Fisheries and Marine Observer Services
There is a growing requirement for observers in order to provide data for fisheries
management within European waters. EU fisheries and environmental legislation are
increasing greatly the requirement for fisheries related data to meet CFP reform
goals on discarding and fishing effort.
Market forces and consumers are demanding more information about fishing activities.
Environmental certification schemes such as the MSC require verification that fisheries
are conducted sustainably.
There is greater competition for marine space with the continued development of
the oil & gas and cable laying sectors in addition to the rapidly expanding
renewable energy field. All of these sectors overlap and interact with fisheries
and stakeholders as will Irish commitments to the EU habitats directive and Marine
protected areas.
Irish Observer Network can provide a pool of professional, experienced, objective
third-party fisheries observers to engage with any of these challenges. We have
experienced observers with a range of experience from ex-fishermen to qualified
marine biologists all with significant seagoing experience. We can provide a professional
data management and compilation service while offering reporting solutions to meet
your requirements.