CMM 2023-01 17

Source:
Status: Active
Included in ARPt2
Effective From
Applicability Definition
Applies to flag CCMs with purse seine vessels on the RFV
Supersedes
Requirement to encourage vessels to use, or transition towards using, non-plastic and biodegradeable materials in the construction of FADs
Full Text

18.    To reduce the amount of synthetic marine debris, CCMs shall encourage vessels flying their flag to use, or transition towards using, non-plastic and biodegradable materials in the construction of FADs.

19. The Scientific Committee shall continue to review research results on the use of biodegradable material on FADs and shall provide specific recommendations to the Commission no later than 2026 including on a timeline for the stepwise introduction of biodegradable FADs, potential gaps/needs and any other relevant information. The definition for biodegradable is non-synthetic materials and/or bio-based alternatives that are consistent with international standards for materials that are biodegradable in marine environments. The components resulting from the degradation of these materials should not be damaging to the marine and coastal ecosystems or include heavy metals or plastics in their composition. CCMs are encouraged to communicate and disseminate information on the development of biodegradable FADs.

Theme
Additional measures for tropical tunas
Sub Theme
Purse seine fishery FAD set management
Category / CMR Section
Report
Category: Report
Version Introduced Date:
Version:
1
Audit Point Definition
The Secretariat confirms receipt of a statement in AR Pt2 that confirms how CCM encouraged its flagged vessels to use, or transition towards using, non-plastic and biodegradable materials in the construction of FADs.
CCM limits not applicable for this obligation
Category: Report
CMS Compliance History
When Evaluated:
Average Score:N/A
Likelihood of Non-Compliance:
Moderate
Consequence of Risk Ratings
CCM or collective group Consequence of Non-Compliance Risk of Non-Compliance