CCAMLR-43

Russian Federation considers it necessary to note that the revised draft Conservation measure establishing a Marine Protected Area in Domain 1 (CCAMLR-SM-III/06) cannot be deemed adequately developed for adoption. Relevant comments reflecting the position of the Russian Federation, as repeatedly expressed at the Commission's meetings, are reviewed in this paper.

This document presents the audited financial statements for 2023.

This paper reviews Secretariat activities over 2023/24, providing an update on staffing  and delivery of Read More
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Dr David Agnew (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This paper, and its Annex, provides an updated report on the actions taken by CCAMLR in response to the Second Performance Review recommendations. The Commission and Scientific Committee are invited to approve revisions to the text.

The present Executive Secretary will complete his second term in early 2026. Procedures and a timetable and are proposed for the recruitment of a new Executive Secretary, starting with an advertisement in February 2025.

The GCBF was created as a result of decisions made at CCAMLR-38 (SCAF-2019, paragraph 22). The Panel is required to report on the activities of the Fund during the preceding year.

The ICG on sustainable finance met in 2024, convened by Argentina, to consider options for increased cost recovery for fisheries management and other administrative activities and to provide a proposal to CCAMLR-43. Eight different options were explored using different levels of relative contribution from: the equal share part of contributions; the fishery share part Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The paper describes cooperation with other organisations, including under the formal Arrangements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) that CCAMLR has signed with other regional organisations. The Secretariat recommends that the Scientific Committee and Commission authorise re-signing of the cooperation agreements with SPRFMO and ACAP. The paper also notes that following adoption by ATCM of Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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In accordance with Conservation Measure (CM) 10-10, paragraph 2(i), and the procedure detailed in COMM CIRC 24/59, the Secretariat has prepared the Summary CCAMLR Compliance Report (Summary Report) based on the Draft CCAMLR Compliance Reports (Draft reports), responses received from Contracting Parties, and Contracting Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The annual review of SISO reports within the CCAMLR Compliance Evaluation Program (CCEP) has revealed inconsistencies between observed fishing gear on vessels and gear descriptions listed on the CCAMLR website. These discrepancies, noted during gear checks against Fisheries Operations Plans (FOP) and Vulnerable Marine Ecosystem (VME) assessments, complicate compliance Read More
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Ms Catherine Stubberfield (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The Secretariat regularly receives vessel sighting reports as per CM 10-02, paragraph 2. The Secretariat seeks the endorsement of a new form for the reports to be submitted on and to be advised if the Secretariat should explore options for reporting the sightings to Members.

This paper summarises information held by the Secretariat in relation to illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and vessel activity relevant to CCAMLR from October 2023 to August 2024. Instances of unidentified fishing gear retrieved in the Convention Area are detailed in Annex 1. Communication to non-Contracting Parties and responses received are detailed in Read More
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Ms Catherine Stubberfield (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The Secretariat reviewed the quality and consistency of the port inspections and System of Inspection Reports received during the CCEP period of 01 July 2023 to 30 June 2024. Recommendations for the improvements for inspection reports are given.

This paper reviews the implementation of the non-Contracting Party (NCP) Engagement Strategy for 2023–2024. It is noted that the Secretariat has received a number of responses to the different engagement activities undertaken during this period. An NCP Engagement Strategy for 2025–2026 has been proposed which continues NCP engagement to include States which are involved in the harvest of any Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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As recommended by the Commission (SCIC-2023, paragraph 32, CCAMLR-42/11), the CCAMLR Secretariat facilitated the review and renewal of search and rescue (SAR) Arrangements held between the CCAMLR Secretariat and relevant maritime rescue coordination centres (MRCCs). In addition to this work, an improved system for authorised users has been developed, with the goal of enhancing the data request Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The inclusion of a cross reference to a requirement within CM 41-10 and CM 41-01, Annex B, has inadvertently created inconsistencies with historic cross references between various other conservation measures (CM 41-01, Annex B, CM 41-09 and CM 41-10). A revision to CM 41-01, Annex B and CM 41-10 is suggested to re-align and clarify the respective Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The final catch of krill in CCAMLR Subarea 48.1 for the 2023/24 season exceeded the established catch limit by 6.22%, totalling 164,645 tonnes. This paper examines the circumstances leading to this overrun, outlining the reporting procedures and communication protocols in place regarding the fishery closure.

This paper presents an update of the expenditure from the Catch Documentation Scheme for Dissostichus spp. (CDS) Fund in 2024 and three proposals to be considered for approval by the CDS Fund Review Panel.

The Catch Documentation Scheme for Dissostichus spp. (CDS) was effectively implemented in 2023 by 15 Member States, 3 Acceding States, and 1 non-Contracting Party (NCP) cooperating with CCAMLR by participating in the CDS. The Secretariat contacted 12 NCPs Read More
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Ms Catherine Stubberfield (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The harmonisation of the designation of Domain 1 MPA (D1MPA) and the Krill Fishery Management Approach (KFMA) in the Antarctic Peninsula was the focus of lengthy discussions at the Harmonisation Symposium (HS-2024, CCAMLR‑43/29) and WG‑EMM‑2024 (WG‑EMM-2024, paras. 5.1 to 5.71). 

The Russian Federation maintains its Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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This paper draws attention to the need for the Commission to take active steps to ensure the fulfilment of the Headquarters Agreement between the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) and the Australian Government (the Agreement).
It highlights the importance of preventing visa procedure abuses to ensure the proper conduct of the Commission's meetings Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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In the current discussion of the Scientific Committee and the Commission, the revision of CM 51-07 is considered in the context of the revised Krill Fisheries Management Approach (KFMA) in Subarea 48.1 and the harmonisation of the KFMA with the designation of MPA Domain 1 in Subarea 48.1 (CCAMLR-43/29; WG-EMM-2024/22).
Proposals to revise CM 51-07 suggest introducing a value for the allowed Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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This paper provides an update on the Commission’s request that the Secretariat facilitate enhanced access to CCAMLR meeting documents and the assignment of digital object identifiers (DOIs).

This paper presents a proposal for the develop of a new, public CCAMLR Communications Strategy. The Commission is asked to consider the creation of a dedicated e-Group to support the pilot phase in early 2025, and to determine and monitor foundational key objectives as agreed by Members.

In 2023 the Commission considered a proposal to increase CCAMLR’s organisational transparency through the routine distribution of circulars to official Observers and requested some analysis from the Secretariat in regard of this proposal (CCAMLR-42 paragraphs 3.1 – 3.10). This paper reports on that analysis, presenting a categorisation of existing circulars and a list of Read More
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Ms Catherine Stubberfield (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This paper provides an update on Headquarters meeting arrangements, to inform SCAF’s review of these in 2024. 

In 2023 the Scientific Committee approved the development of an MoU between CCAMLR and the Government of Peru to enhance cooperation in relation to the work of the Scientific Committee, foster engagement in its work and the exchange of data consistent with CCAMLR’s data access rules. A draft MoU is attached as Annex 2.

Labor rights abuses and unsafe working conditions in the fisheries sector have garnered international attention, resulting in increasing calls for action to address them. While CCAMLR has previously addressed scientific observer safety, and adopted some measures to address vessel safety, it has not taken corresponding actions to ensure the safety of vessel crew. The Read More
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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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To date, the CCAMLR Regulatory Framework does not have a clear and transparent classification of fisheries, which has led to disagreements in understanding the nature of different types of fisheries.
The Russian Federation is proposing a classification and definition for toothfish fisheries nomenclature in the CCAMLR area to support and improve the activities of the e-group “Regulatory Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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This paper contains the proposed draft Conservation Measure for establishing a Marine Protected Area in Domain 1 (Western Antarctic Peninsula and South Scotia Arc). Additionally, updated information supporting the proposal is presented in a background paper SC-CAMLR-43-BG-XX. 

The rationale underlying Read More
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Mr Darío Dziewezo Polski (Argentina)

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Research plans for exploratory Dissostichus spp. fisheries required under CM 21-02 (para. 6(iii) can vary substantially in objectives, format, and design from scientific research exemptions for any finfish species required under CM 24-01 (para. 3). However, both types of research plans are currently required to be submitted in accordance Read More
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Ms Sally Carney (Australia)

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This paper presents a revised draft Code of Conduct for CCAMLR events, following discussions on the proposal by Australia, the Republic of Korea, France and the United States to CCAMLR-42. 

The revised draft Code of Conduct defines professional Read More
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Ms Sally Carney (Australia)

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Ms Sally Carney (Australia)

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We propose revising several conservation measures at CCAMLR-43 to improve monitoring of the krill stocks and the vessels participating in the krill fisheries. One of these proposals is to update Conservation Measure 51-06 (2019), General measure for scientific observation in fisheries for Euphausia superba, Read More
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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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We propose revising several conservation measures at CCAMLR-43 to improve monitoring of krill stocks and vessels participating in krill fisheries. One of these proposed improvements is an update to CM 10-03 (2019), Port inspections of fishing vessels carrying Antarctic marine living resources, to Read More
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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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We propose revising several conservation measures at CCAMLR-43 to improve monitoring of the krill stocks and the vessels participating in the krill fisheries. One of these proposals is to update CM 10-04 (2022), Automated satellite-linked Vessel Monitoring Systems (VMS), to require the VMS reports Read More
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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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Norway submitted for consideration by the Commission at CCAMLR-42 a draft conservation measure for the designation of a Weddell Sea Marine Protected Area Phase 2 (WSMPA Phase 2). At CCAMLR-42, the United Kingdom joined as a co-proponent. Since then, the draft conservation measure has been subject to continued improvement thanks to feedback provided by Read More
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Dr Cecilie von Quillfeldt (Norway)

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Ms Mette Strengehagen (Norway)

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Based on an analysis of the legal and scientific aspects of the current situation regarding the establishment of MPAs in the Convention Area, this paper considers procedural and implementation measures to manage a single process for the scientifically based designation of MPAs and to regulate their operation by the CCAMLR Commission.
The Russian Federation deems it crucial for the Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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The proposed amendments to CM 41-01, Annex B are based on discussions held at SCIC-2023. The objective of the proposal is to confirm a vessel may abort a research haul for the purpose of preventing gear loss, securing the safety of a vessel and those on board, or the safety of life at sea.

The aim of this paper is to summarise the items addressed during the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 26 February to 1 March 2024. The session focused on how multilateralism can help tackle the multiple environmental crises such as climate change Read More
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Mr Darío Dziewezo Polski (Argentina)

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COLTO held a longline gear workshop for its members and interested stakeholders on 15-16 August 2024, in Oslo, Norway.  The workshop was attended by 35 participants from 14 COLTO member organisations, 13 different toothfish vessels, and 5 different toothfish vessel flag states (see Appendix).  All vessels that were represented use the demersal Read More
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Mr Rhys Arangio (COLTO)

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Mr Rhys Arangio (COLTO)

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This document provides additional information on the General Fund budget and some background to the equity and special funds maintained by the Commission.

ATCM 46 was observed by the Executive Secretary on behalf of the Commission. This brief report summarises the meeting and includes items of interest to CCAMLR.

This document contains information on the order of business for the Commission meeting in October 2024.

This paper responds to the request of the Harmonisation Symposium that the Secretariat advise the Commission on practical and administrative adjustments that might be needed to implement the harmonised Krill Fishery Management Approach. 

The Secretariat received fishery notifications for exploratory fisheries for toothfish and krill fisheries for the 2024/25 CCAMLR season. This paper provides a summary of all fishery notifications with full details available to authenticated users through the CCAMLR website Fishery Notifications.

As requested by WG-FSA-2022, a biennial reconciliation was undertaken for all available data between the Dissostichus spp. Catch Documentation Scheme (CDS) and monthly fine-scale catch and effort data. The analysis identified that 7.6% of the reconciliations meet the criteria for further evaluation, however, at a season level, the reconciliations had a difference Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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In 2022, the European Union (EU) provided a grant of €60 000 (EU Project 101092707-CCAMLRSupport2022) to support CCAMLR’s continued collaborative work with INTERPOL during 2023 and 2024 to identify and deter illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities that undermine the objectives of the CAMLR Convention. This paper provides the final report submitted by INTERPOL in relation Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This paper provides an overview of Secretariat engagement with international and regional organisations to enhance our cooperation and collaboration to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and the trade in IUU fish products related to the CAMLR Convention Area.

In 2022 and 2024, the European Union (EU) provided grant funding to strengthen Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) data request systems and automatic data processing systems. This paper provides a report on progress and scheduled work for the remainder of the grant period. This paper also reviews VMS hosting options and security provisions in CM 10-04, Annex B.

The Secretariat receives notifications for transhipment activities within the Convention Area in accordance with Conservation Measure (CM) 10-09. The Secretariat maintains a list of all transhipment notifications on the password-protected part of the website in accordance with CM 10-09, paragraph 6. This paper summarises the transhipment notifications received between 1 Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The use of automated satellite-linked vessel monitoring systems (VMS) is required for vessels operating in the Convention Area as per Conservation Measure (CM) 10-04. This paper summarises the implementation of this conservation measure by Members and proposes several improvements to current procedures. 

This paper provides an update on intersessional work and planned next steps to progress the agreed Workplan on Unidentified Fishing Gear in the Convention Area.

This paper provides an overview of potential methods and opportunities to improve Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) within the Convention Area. It further provides current and planned activities by the Secretariat to improve MDA to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and identifies information and support available from the Secretariat for Members able to assist with Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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Conservation Measure (CM) 10-08 requires that Contracting Parties shall take appropriate measures in order to verify and take action in response to nationals found responsible for, benefiting from, supporting or engaging in any activities described in CM 10-06 and CM 10-07 (i.e., illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing or related activities). As requested by the Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This paper summarises the status of website operations, projects and future work. In 2024 a new contractor Material+ was engaged and a new CCAMLR public web portal developed. In 2025 the major project works will include a new Members web portal as part of website redevelopment project, the access to documents and Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) project, circulars distribution project and Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The Secretariat proposes a major server refresh to meet strategic objectives and ensure that our computing infrastructure is updated, maintained and secure within the acceptable levels of risk. Expenditure on this item is included in the draft Budget paper, drawn from the Asset Replacement Fund. This paper provides supporting information for the proposed refresh.

A summary is presented of key elements of interest to CCAMLR covered by the 36th session of the FAO COFI and the 10th meeting of the RSN.

New Zealand undertakes regular aerial surveillance patrols in the Ross Sea region in support of CCAMLR’s conservation and fisheries management objectives. This paper summarises the aerial patrol activities carried out during the 2023/24 Ross Sea toothfish fishery season.

HMS Protector, the UK Royal Navy’s ice patrol vessel, undertook routine patrols of the Antarctic Peninsula region during the 2023-24 season. This paper provides information about the inspections undertaken by HMS Protector and considers a recommendation to maximise at-sea patrols.

CCAMLR has proposed a network of Marine Protected Areas in Domain 1 (D1MPA) and a revised krill fishery management approach (KFMA) for Area 48. A harmonization symposium was held in Korea in July 2024 to address how these initiatives can work together for Subarea 48.1. ARK appreciates the opportunity to fund and take part in the symposium and we are of the opinion that good progress has Read More
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Dr Javier Arata (ARK)

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ARK continues working on the implementation process of the new Krill Fishery Management approach (KFMA). This year, ARK collaborated on updating krill survey protocols, an essential requirement for frequent krill stock evaluations. We co-sponsored and participated in the Harmonization Workshop, a key initiative to advance the MPA and KFMA efforts. In Read More
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Dr Javier Arata (ARK)

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The inspector identification document, as required under the Text of the CCAMLR System of Inspection, has not been updated since its inception. The UK has been considering whether the development of an electronic version would facilitate easier completion. Examples of a digital version, consistent with the current template, are provided.

Within the framework of the implementation of a fisheries management strategy with an
ecosystem approach, and following the recommendations of FAO and other fisheries forums,
aimed at guaranteeing ocean´s sustainability and food security, Chile has developed since
2012 a process of diagnosis, reduction and control of discards and incidental bycatch in its
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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ASOC has submitted several background papers to CCAMLR-43, including: the safety and environmental impact of fishing vessels, a report from the compliance workshop co-hosted with the Republic of Korea, an analysis of the FAO transshipment guidelines, and the relationship between science and conservation. Additionally, ASOC has submitted several papers presenting the Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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This paper presents the annual report of the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) to CCAMLR, providing information on recent and future activities of relevance to the Scientific Committee and the Commission. 

In 2022, the thirty-fifth session of the FAO’s Committee on Fisheries endorsed a series of Voluntary Guidelines for Transshipment. These comprehensive Guidelines are intended to provide assistance to States, Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs), and other intergovernmental organizations such as CCAMLR. During informal workshops on compliance in 2024, participants noted Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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On February 6 and 7, 2024, the Republic of Korea and ASOC co-hosted an informal online workshop on improving CCAMLR’s compliance regime, with a focus on aspects of compliance related to the krill fishery. Additional follow-up sessions were held in August. The aims of the workshop were to map areas for improvement in CCAMLR’s current compliance regime, review previous Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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In recent years, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has adopted a number of regulations and guidelines with relevance to fishing vessels operating in the CCAMLR Area. These include requirements for safe navigation and voyage planning that will be mandatory from 1^st January 2026 and voluntary Guidelines for the safety of fishing vessels Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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The 69^th meeting of the International Whaling Commission was held at the Los Defines Hotel, Lima, Peru from Monday 23rd to Friday 27th of September. Matters from IWC69, which may be of relevance or interest to CCAMLR Members, are summarised below.

ASOC encourages the Scientific Committee and Commission to continue the good faith discusssions that began during the Harmonisation Symposium at CCAMLR-43. This paper summarizes ASOCs priorities for both the D1 MPA and krill fisheries management.  For the D1 MPA, ASOC recommends:

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The Ross Sea region Marine Protected Area has existed for over six years (CM 91-05, 2016). However, the Research and Monitoring Plan remains to be adopted, and there needs to be more clarity on several aspects of the scientific rationale for this MPA. The Russian Federation offers comments on the draft RSr MPA Research and Monitoring Plan based on its position voiced at previous CCAMLR Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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The South Orkney Islands Southern Shelf (SOISS) MPA was established in 2009 with the objectives of contributing towards the conservation of marine biodiversity in Subarea 48.2, providing a scientific reference area, and conserving important predator foraging areas and representative examples of pelagic and benthic bioregions (CM 91-03). The SOISS MPA is reviewed every Read More
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Dr Martin Collins (United Kingdom)

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Dr Martin Collins (United Kingdom)

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Article 6(2) of Annex V of the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty (the Protocol) states that “no marine area shall be designated as an Antarctic Specially Protected Area or an Antarctic Specially Managed Area without the prior approval of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources.” Multiple Antarctic Treaty Read More
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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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The South Orkney Islands Southern Shelf Marine Protected Area (SOISS MPA), established by CCAMLR at the initiative of the United Kingdom in Subarea 48.2, has existed for over 15 years (CM 91-03, 2009). The third reporting period comes to an end in 2024, but several scientific and legal aspects of this MPA remain unclear. Clarity on the status of the SOISS MPA is vital for establishing a system Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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This paper presents a brief overview of catches of target species from directed fishing on toothfish, icefish and krill in the Convention Area in 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons and from research fishing under Conservation Measure (CM) 24-05. The CCAMLR fisheries catch limits and associated monthly catches in the 2023/24 season are also presented with dates of fisheries closures implemented by the Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This Background Paper provides information relevant to the 2024 review of the SOISS MPA (CCAMLR-43/XX), including information on fishing activities in Subarea 48.2, research and monitoring activities undertaken by the UK, Norway, Uruguay, Argentina and France, and updates on the key ecosystem indicators identified in the draft MPA Research and Monitoring Plan.  Read More
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Dr Martin Collins (United Kingdom)

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Dr Martin Collins (United Kingdom)

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This paper summarizes activities of Oceanites since CCAMLR-42, in particular regarding monitoring of penguin population changes, important, related concerns, and the newly released State of Antarctic Penguins 2024 report.

This paper provides updates on recent climate change research and observed changes that are relevant to discussions and decision-making by the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) and the Scientific Committee (SC-CAMLR). SCAR is also continuing to address activities relating to recommendations from the 2023 CCAMLR Read More
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Angharad Downes (SCAR)

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Angharad Downes (SCAR)

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