The report on the survey in Subarea 48.2 in 2016 (second season)

The second year survey and observations of Dissostichus spp. in statistical subarea 48.2 on board the Ukrainian vessel SIMEIZ were conducted in accordance with the recommendations of the Scientific Committee and Commission. The second year survey design was amended in comparison with the one of the first year and approved by WGs SAM, FSA and SC CCAMLR.  Obtained data used for the preliminary biomass estimation of the target species and making decision for the future fishing on that fishing ground. During the survey the fragments of IUU nets were taken on board.