Report of the second training course of Chilean scientific observers on the CCAMLR SISO Scheme

On June 5 and 6 2023, a total of 19 new chilean scientific observers were trained on the conservation measures implemented by CCAMLR to manage fisheries in the Southern Ocean. Topics covered included CCAMLR’s objectives, SISO procedures, and a range of conservation measures related to compliance, gear regulations, data reporting, minimisation of incidental mortality, environmental protection, catch limits, fishing seasons and closed areas. The role other institutions linked to fishing activities in CCAMLR waters such as the fishing industry, the Chilean National Fisheries Service (Sernapesca) and the Chilean Navy were also addressed.