Proposal for new multi-Member research on Dissostichus spp. in Divisions 58.4.1 and 58.4.2 from 2021/22 to 2023/24

The Scientific Committee considered the assessment of Dissostichus spp. in data-poor fisheries to be of a high priority (SC-CAMLR-XXIX, paragraphs 3.125 to 3.145). The use of different gear types for the implementation of a multi-Member research on Dissostichus spp. in East Antarctica (Divisions 58.4.1 and 58.4.2) in the seasons 2011/12 - 2017/18 is a critical factor for their   efficiency and reliability. In the context of the discussion of the Scientific Committee (SC-CAMLR-XXXVII p.3.338-3.144; SC-CAMLR-XXXVIII p. 318, 3.119; SC-CAMLR-XXXIX p.4.10) we propose the research program on Dissostichus spp by the  multi-vessels  in Divisions 58.4.1  for seasons 2021/22-2023/24 based on standardized   sampling longline gear  and survey stratified  design.