neafc.2021.12.pdf (2.31 MB)
NEAFC request for information on VMEs and potential for damage to VMEs from bottom contacting fishing activity in the Josephine Seamount area and surrounding seamounts
ICES advises that the occurrence of fishing activity using bottom contacting gear (static and mobile bottom contacting gear) will damage vunerable marine ecosystems (VMEs) and that it poses a risk of significant adverse impacts (as described by FAO [2009]).
History
Published under the auspices of the following ICES Steering Group or Committee
- ACOM