Establish a framework for scientific observation of SIOFA fisheries

Summary

The project “Establish a framework for scientific observation of SIOFA fisheries” aims to ensure that the scientific observers working in SIOFA fisheries operate using a consistent set of standards for observation and measurement, resulting in high-quality data that will inform scientific advice for conservation and sustainable management of SIOFA fisheries addressing the following five main objectives:
1. Analysis of CCPs observers’ programmes.
2. Identify synergies for improving scientific observer management and optimising coverage and deployment, with the aim of setting a consistent standard for scientific observation.
3. Describe and recommend potential tools and operational characteristics forelectronic observer monitoring on board vessels.
4: Propose potential updates of the SIOFA CMM on Data Standards, focusing on Annex B (Observer Data).
5: Provide a first draft proposal for a new CMM for regulation of scientific observer harmonisation in SIOFA.

FUNDED_BY_EU

Reference
SEC2022-OBS1
Funding
SIOFA-SEAs project (EU Grant n. 101078892)
Advisory Panel Members
Sebastian Rodriguez Alfaro, Jules Selles, Alistair Dunn, Pavarot Noranarttragoon, Marco Milardi
ToR date
Call for applicants
On
Short text for call for consultant
SIOFA is looking to contract a consultant, or team of consultants, to undertake this project and objectives. The key output of this project will be a report, or reports, that will be considered at the 9th Scientific Committee meeting in 2024.
Deadline for application
Consultant
Ross Analytics and Imvelo Blue Environment
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End Date
Work status
Completed
Topic
Other