CCAMLR-44

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.
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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Monitoring, control and surveillance undertaken by Chile during the 2024/25 season

We propose revising several conservation measures at CCAMLR-44 to improve monitoring of the krill stocks and the vessels participating in the krill fisheries.  Improving krill fisheries management is especially necessary because Conservation Measure (CM) 51-07 was allowed to expire at CCAMLR-43, which in turn allowed an increased harvest of krill in the 2024/25 fishing Read More
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Dr Lauren Fields (United States of America)

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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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This document presents the audited financial statements for 2024

This paper reviews Secretariat activities over 2024/25, providing an update on staffing  and delivery of Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (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 GCBF was created at CCAMLR-38 (SCAF-2019, paragraph 22). The Panel is required to report on the activities of the Fund during the preceding year.

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, and makes recommendations to promote such cooperation. 

In accordance with Conservation Measure (CM) 10-10, paragraph 2(i), and the procedure detailed in COMM CIRC 25/59, 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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This paper presents an update of the expenditure from the Catch Documentation Scheme for Dissostichus spp. (CDS) Fund in 2025 (as of 31 Aug 2025) and three proposals to be considered for approval by the CDS Fund Review Panel. 

This paper provides an analysis of toothfish trade through the Catch Documentation Scheme is provided in Annex 1. Two training workshops were held in 2025, in South Africa and Singapore. The paper provides recommendations to SCIC on the operation of the CDS.

This paper summarises information held by the Secretariat in relation to illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and vessel activity relevant to CCAMLR from September 2024 to August 2025. Instances of unidentified fishing gear retrieved in the Convention Area are detailed in Annex 1. Communication to non-Contracting Parties and responses received are Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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The Secretariat reviewed the quality and consistency of the port inspection and System of Inspection reports received during the CCAMLR Compliance Evaluation Procedure (CCEP) period of 01 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. This paper also provides recommendations to improve the effectiveness and consistency of inspection practices.

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 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. 

We propose revising several conservation measures at CCAMLR-44 to improve monitoring of the krill stocks and the vessels participating in the krill fisheries.  Improving krill fisheries management is especially necessary because Conservation Measure (CM) 51-07 was allowed to expire at CCAMLR-43, which in turn allowed an increased harvest of krill in the 2024/25 fishing Read More
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Dr Lauren Fields (United States of America)

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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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We propose revising several conservation measures at CCAMLR-44 to improve monitoring of the krill stocks and the vessels participating in the krill fisheries.  Improving krill fisheries management is especially necessary because Conservation Measure (CM) 51-07 was allowed to expire at CCAMLR-43, which in turn allowed an increased harvest of krill in the 2024/25 fishing Read More
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Dr Lauren Fields (United States of America)

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Ms Ona Hahs (United States of America)

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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) as tabled in 2024, without modifications.

This document outlines a proposal for transitioning the krill fishery management system in Area 48 from a fixed quota regime to a dynamic Krill Fishery Management Approach (KFMA). The proposed approach integrates recent advancements in risk assessment frameworks and biomass estimation technologies. The transition is envisioned as a stepwise process, beginning with Subarea 48 Read More
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Astrid Høgestøl (Norway)

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Ms Mette Strengehagen (Norway)

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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). Since then, the United Kingdom and Australia have joined as co-proponents. The draft conservation measure has been subject to continued improvement thanks to feedback Read More
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Astrid Høgestøl (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 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 delegation of the Republic of Korea proposes to amend CCAMLR Conservation Measure (CM) 10-09 to encourage both Contracting Parties and non-Contracting Parties to provide, to the extent possible, the information specified in paragraph 3 of CM 10-02 for carrier vessels under their flag that engage in transshipment activities in the CCAMLR Convention Area.

The Republic of Korea proposes that the Annex B table include a new category, “Differing Views Unresolved.” This category would apply when the Standing Committee on Implementation and Compliance (SCIC) cannot reach agreement on a compliance designation despite all reasonable efforts being exhausted. In such cases, the compliance issue would be forwarded to the Commission Read More
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Ms Jung-re Riley Kim (Korea, Republic of)

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The Russian Federation once again wishes to highlight the recurring issue in the management of toothfish fisheries in Statistical Subareas 88.1 and 88.2, where there are delays in gear retrieval at the time of fishery closure and where frequent overfishing of toothfish occurs (CCAMLR-43/34; CCAMLR-42/20). During the 2020/2022 seasons, levels of toothfish overfishing were high: up to 20% and 26 Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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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.

It includes a review of the Special Funds.

ATCM 47 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 paper summarises the CCAMLR Catch Documentation Scheme (CDS) and Port Inspection Training Workshop, held in Cape Town, 12-16 May 2025, co-hosted by CCAMLR and South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). 

The Secretariat received fishery notifications for exploratory fisheries for toothfish and krill fisheries for the 2025/26 CCAMLR fishing season. This paper provides a summary of all fishery notifications with full details available to authenticated users through the CCAMLR website at Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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In 2024, the European Union (EU) provided a grant to support CCAMLR’s continued collaborative work with INTERPOL and the Joint Analytical Cell (JAC) to identify and deter illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities that undermine the objectives of the CAMLR Convention. This paper provides interim reports submitted by INTERPOL and the JAC in relation to 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 between 01 October 2024 and 30 September 2025 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. 

This paper provides an overview of the implementation of the non-Contracting Party (NCP) Engagement Strategy for 2025-2026 and reports on Secretariat activities since 01 November 2024 in furtherance of that strategy. 

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 (IUU) fishing or related activities). As requested Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This paper examines the implementation of CCAMLR Conservation Measure 10-03 by reconciling port inspection records with AIS and VMS data for 2023–2024. The analysis covered 95 AIS-identified trips and 261 inspection reports, comparing outcomes by species, port country, and vessel. Most Contracting Parties appeared to meet inspection obligations, though gaps were noted for some krill and Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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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- Read More
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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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Dr Svetlana Kasatkina (Russian Federation)

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At CCAMLR-43, Chile presented document CCAMLR-43/BG/33 on the use of Electronic Monitoring Systems (EMS) to address discards, bycatch, and compliance. Since 2020, EMS has been applied on all industrial fishing vessels in Chilean waters and high seas, complementing human observation programs. Results indicate reductions in discards and bycatch, improved compliance, and more sustainable Read More
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Mr Francisco Santa Cruz (Chile)

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Mr Juan Enrique Loyer Greene (Chile)

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The Republic of Korea amends the self-assignment of the compliance status of the Southern Park as recorded in the CCAMLR-44-11 Compliance Evaluation Procedure (CCEP) Summary Report and Analysis, amending it to “compliant," based on further review of the relevant data and the obligation under paragraph 13 of CM10-04.

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) is pleased to report its activities to CCAMLR-44. This paper provides an overview of Antarctic tourism trends and a summary of IAATO activities from the 2024-25 season. IAATO is firmly committed to promoting the practice of safe and environmentally responsible private-sector travel. As part of this, it Read More
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Dr Maureen Lynch (IAATO)

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Ms Amanda Lynnes (IAATO)

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A draft MoU submitted by the IWC Secretariat for discussion and comment. The proposed MoU is designed to recognise the importance of collaboration between the CCAMLR and IWC and clearly identify areas of cooperation particularly between the Scientific Committees of both Commissions in order to advance their agendas and increase efficiencies.
This is in line with the decisions and Read More
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Dr Iain Staniland (IWC)

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Dr Iain Staniland (IWC)

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In response to recent papers to the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) proposing new approaches to establishing CCAMLR Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), New Zealand has assessed these proposals and welcomes creative thinking towards MPA establishment. We conclude that many of the elements proposed are already included in CCAMLR’s existing Read More
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Mr Simon Lamping (New Zealand)

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Ms Aimee Tang (New Zealand)

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New Zealand undertakes regular aerial surveillance patrols in the Ross Sea region in support of CCAMLRs conservation and fisheries management objectives. This paper summarises the aerial patrol activities carried out during the 2024/2025 Ross Sea toothfish fishery season.

The Eighth Session of the Meeting of the Parties (MoP8) of the Agreement on the Conservation of Albatrosses and Petrels (ACAP) took place in Dunedin, New Zealand from 19 to 23 May 2025. The meeting was attended by delegations from all thirteen Parties to the Agreement, one observer Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum member economy, and two observer non-governmental Read More
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Mr Simon Lamping (New Zealand)

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Ms Aimee Tang (New Zealand)

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This paper summarises the Secretariat’s plan to migrate from the current e-groups platform to the new CCAMLR Discussions platform based on Discourse. The existing e-groups, built on Drupal 8 (end of life November 2021), are outdated and present significant security risks. The new platform will improve access for Members, observers and invited experts, provide stronger Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This paper summarises the management, status and planned work of the web portals managed by the Secretariat. In 2025 work has started on the new Member’s web portal as part of website redevelopment project and development completed on the new CCAMLR public web portal. In 2026 work will focus on the Members and Vessels web portals as part of website redevelopment project, Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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Argentina presents the results of aerial and at-sea surveillance operations carried out during the 2024/25 season.

In this paper, ASOC reviews a range of issues relevant to the operation of fishing vessels in polar waters. In particular, there are new international regulations on navigation and voyage planning that will become mandatory for fishing vessels operating in the Antarctic Area in the coming season. To improve vessel safety and minimize the environmental impacts of vessel Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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This paper explores the concept of shifting baseline syndrome (SBS) in the context of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) and related bodies/instruments. The analysis focuses on CCAMLR’s collective actions across its history: accepted practices, consensus decision-making, the record of conservation measures, and tangible outcomes. Central to Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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ASOC urges CCAMLR Members to engage in constructive discussions on the krill fishery management approach (KFMA) and the D1 MPA and find a way forward at CCAMLR-44. The concentrated fishing seen over the past season in Subarea 48.1 is extremely concerning, and CCAMLR must address this situation while maintaining high ambition on the KFMA and MPA. As discussions proceed at CCAMLR Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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ASOC has submitted background papers to CCAMLR-44 on topics including: D1MPA and krill fishery management, CCAMLR’s shifting baselines on conservation and rational use, new webtools for exploring the ecological importance of Antarctic polynyas, vessel safety and environmental protection, recent changes in krill fishing patterns, a new citizen science initiative to Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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This paper summarises the outcomes of the Capacity Building for Development of Integrated Stock Assessments (Cap-DLISA) workshop held in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, immediately following the meeting of WG-SAM-2025. The workshop, funded through the CCAMLR General Capacity Building Fund (GCBF), focused on developing Member scientists' Read More
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Mr Sobahle Somhlaba (South Africa)

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Dr Azwianewi Makhado (South Africa)

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This document contains information on the order of business for the Commission meeting in October 2025. 

Following the lapse of CM51-07, which divided the 620,000-tonne krill trigger level (para 3 of CM 51-01) between four subareas (48.1-48.4), there is an urgent need to establish a replacement conservation measure to prevent the concentration of krill catches.  Whilst the UK is keen to see full implementation of a krill fisheries management approach (KFMA), harmonised with 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 presents a brief overview of catches of target species from directed fishing on toothfish, icefish and krill in the Convention Area in 2023/24 and 2024/25 seasons and from research fishing under Conservation Measure (CM) 24-01. The CCAMLR fisheries catch limits and associated monthly catches in the 2024/25 season are also presented with dates of fisheries closures implemented Read More
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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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Ms Mariana Cordeiro (CCAMLR Secretariat)

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This document presents background information on the technical, scientific, and environmental aspects of the Antarctic Cable Project, an initiative led by Chile. The project aims to deploy the first fiber-optic submarine cable between continental Chile and some places located along South Shetland Islands and the northern Antarctic Peninsula ( Read More
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Mr Francisco Santa Cruz (Chile)

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Mr Francisco Santa Cruz (Chile)

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This report summarizes activities of Oceanites since CCAMLR-43 and SC-CAMLR 43, in particular regarding monitoring of penguin population changes and important, related concerns, including both the impacts of climate change and baleen whale recovery on penguins.

This paper provides information on recent climate change-related research and observations in the Antarctic, building on the SCAR Antarctic Climate Change and the Environment (ACCE) Reports. The paper is not a general synthesis. Rather, it highlights recent findings. Notable among these is the synthesis work on growing evidence for abrupt changes, some of them recent, in the Read More
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Mrs Agnes Ganichaud (SCAR)

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Mrs Agnes Ganichaud (SCAR)

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This paper presents the annual report of the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) to CCAMLR. SCAR reports on its recent and future activities of relevance to the Scientific Committee and the Commission. SCAR groups, such as INSTANT and AntClimNow, continue to conduct crucial scientific research on the Antarctic climate system and Antarctica’s contribution to the Read More
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Mrs Agnes Ganichaud (SCAR)

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Mrs Agnes Ganichaud (SCAR)

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The 2024/25 Antarctic krill fishing season unfolded under both environmental and managerial challenges. Heavy sea-ice around the South Orkneys prevented vessels from accessing Subarea 48.2 in December–January, forcing an early start in Subarea 48.1. Despite the lapse of CM 51-07, ARK members upheld their long-standing fishing pattern and observed the precautionary Voluntary Restricted Read More
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Dr Javier Arata (ARK)

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Dr Javier Arata (ARK)

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This paper outlines a proposal for the initial implementation of a revised Krill Fishery Management Approach (KFMA) in Subarea 48.1, marking a transition from a fixed catch limit regime to a more dynamic and ecosystem-based management framework. The proposed approach integrates recent advancements in risk assessment frameworks and biomass estimation technologies. Subarea 48. Read More
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Dr Bjørn Krafft (Norway)

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Dr Bjørn Krafft (Norway)

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Here we present current progress and next steps in the development of a regular CCAMLR State of Antarctic Environment (SOAE) report. The aim is to provide the Commission, Scientific Committee, and stakeholders with a regular status report in the form of an easily accessible document, summarising environmental conditions and other data relevant to the Read More
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Dr Martin Collins (United Kingdom)

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Dr Martin Collins (United Kingdom)

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The lapse of CCAMLR CM 51-07 in 2024 removed limits on distributing the 620,000-tonne trigger limit krill catch across Subareas 48.1–48.4, raising concerns about concentrated fishing. Analysis of Global Fishing Watch (AIS-based) data shows a marked increase in apparent fishing effort in Subarea 48.1 during 2025 compared to 2024, particularly in predator-rich areas such as the Read More
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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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Ms Claire Christian (ASOC)

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