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1: Are the Falklands Getting all the Micromanagement Paid For? - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.05.2008

For the past six months or so people in the Falklands have been hit with the prospect of paying more of their take-home pay to the Government in one way or another.

2: Ship Afire in Falklands - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.05.2008

36 crewmembers off a Korean fishing vessel were rescued last night in Berkley Sound after a fire broke out onboard.

3: Falklands: Update on the Ocean 8 Fire - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.05.2008

The Fire and rescue service planned to board the vessel on Wednesday once it was considered to be safe.

4: Extension of VMS to all licensed vessels Discussed at Fisheries Committee Meeting - Falklands (Fisheries) - 17.04.2008

Dr. John Barton, the Director of Fisheries has stated that AIS is due to be implemented on 1 July 2008 for all licensed vessels. He has proposed to make VMS also mandatory from 1 July 2008.

5: Industry says increase in Loligo Fees Unwelcome - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.04.2008

Concern has been expressed by industry representatives of the Fisheries Committee about an increase in fees for the winter Loligo fishery.

6: Future of Lighthouse Seamen's Mission Discussed at Informal Meeting - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.03.2008

Seventy eight hours a week is too much for one person but Betty and Howard Turner put in 156 hours between them.

7: Two Jumping Ship Claim Assault - Falklands (Fisheries) - 04.03.2008

Two Vietnamese crew from a Taiwanese Jigger have survived a swim in Stanley Harbour and claim assault on the high seas.

8: Falklands: Illex Season Heats Up - Falklands (Fisheries) - 03.03.2008

Fishing vessels are coming to Stanley to pick up their licences.

9: Up-date on Factory Fire - Friday 15th - Tristan (Fisheries) - 15.02.2008

Things are getting back to some normality after the Fish Factory was destroyed in the early hours of the morning on the 13th February. Photos (c) James Glass A view of the fire as it finished off the factory and the removal of tainted lobster-tail from the collapsed freezer.

10: Tristan da Cunha Factory Fire on 13th February 2008 - Tristan (Fisheries) - 13.02.2008

Local Shock and Dismay at Calamity of Factory Loss Initial report from Administrator David Morley sent at 13.37 on Wednesday 13th February. Photos (c) David Morley Views of the fire damage

11: UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office Press Release - Tristan (Fisheries) - 13.02.2008

We can confirm that early on Wednesday 13 February there was a fire at the fish-processing factory on Tristan da Cunha. Photo (c) David Morley A view of the fire damage

12: Fisheries Protection Dorada Statement 07Feb08 - Falklands (Fisheries) - 11.02.2008

Dorada Marine Limited committed to the sale of the M.V. Dorada earlier this week. The decision to commit the vessel for sale, a decision which was not at all taken lightly, had the fullest regard of many months of discussion and negotiation with the Falkland Islands Government. It is expected that the M.V. Dorada will depart the Falklands during mid February.

13: Update on F/V/ FERRAMELES Crew - Falklands (Fisheries) - 05.02.2008

Crew are being looked after at the Seamen's Mission.

14: Protection of St Helena’s Fishing Industry - St Helena (Fisheries) - 04.02.2008

A letter by Mrs Julie Thomas to St Helena Herald published in the 11th January 2008 edition asks “What are we doing to assist our fishing industry?”

15: St Helena Fisheries Statistics (01/02/08) - St Helena (Fisheries) - 04.02.2008

A brief review of what St. Helenians are catching in their EEZ

16: 32 Safe as FERRAMELES Sinks in FICZ - Falklands (Fisheries) - 03.02.2008

Crew are being cared for at the Seamen's Mission.

17: SOUTH GEORGIA ICEFISH FISHERY SEEKS MSC CERTIFICATION - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 25.01.2008

A South Georgia fishery has become the 50th fishery currently undergoing public full assessment under the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) [1] standard for sustainable and well-managed fisheries.

18: St Helena Fishing News - St Helena (Fisheries) - 25.01.2008

Argos Atlantic Cold Stores Ltd closed its doors for the 2007 Christmas festive season. No fish was received during this time and some of the local fishing vessels were lifted for maintenance.

19: Viarsa's Just End - Falklands (Fisheries) - 17.01.2008

F/V VIARSA, chased actoss the Southern and South Atlantic Oceans for 21 days has been dismantled in a Mumbai ship-wrecking yard. Photos (c) AFMA - Viarsa being dismantled and Australian Customs - Viarsa in an unfriendly Southern Ocean

20: YEAR 1 FOR FALKLAND ISLANDS FISHING AGENCIES ASSOCIATION - Falklands (Fisheries) - 01.11.2007

The first annual general meeting for the Falkland Islands Fishing Agencies Association was held at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 30 October 2007 at the Malvina House Hotel. Later, at around 2000hrs, a celebratory buffet was hosted by the Association. During the AGM officers were elected, with Mr. Drew Irvine being elected Chairman. He spoke to people attending the buffet.

21: South Georgia - Fishing and Shipping News - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 10.10.2007

The last of the krill trawlers finished fishing at the beginning of the month, leaving just one icefish trawler fishing in the South Georgia Maritime Zone (SGMZ).

22: Offshore Fishing Vessel for St Helena - St Helena (Fisheries) - 25.08.2007

It would appear that the project for an offshore fishing vessel for St Helena, although considered essential development, otherwise the project would not have been developed in the first place and got to the stage that it has, finds difficulty attracting funding from DFID.

23: Falklands Fisheries Committee Meeting Report (31/07/07) - Falklands (Fisheries) - 08.08.2007

Find out what happened during this important committee meeting.

24: Falklands Fisheries Committee's Brief Report - Falklands (Fisheries) - 09.06.2007

After a brief discussion about Loligo Fees and a stock assessment report, Director of Fisheries Dr. John Barton gave an update on thefishery.

25: Amonia Explosion Leaves 10 in Hospital - Falklands (Fisheries) - 11.04.2007

An explosion caused by leaking amonia has left 10 Crew from a Taiwanese Jigger in hospital.

26: TwoFishermen Missing Presumed Dead - Falklands (Fisheries) - 20.02.2007

The Royal Falkland Islands Police are still conducting an investigation into what happened abord the Taiwanese Jigger, Jih Da Gan that caused ten fishermen to jump ship. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) Another view of the rescue effort just before the Sea King helicopter from 78 Squadron at MPA had to leave.

27: Fishermen Jump Ship in Stanley Harbour - Falklands (Fisheries) - 19.02.2007

Reported Indonesian fishermen off a Taiwanese Jigger have jumped into Stanley harbour presumably to escape harsh living and/or working conditions aboard. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) The seaKing helicopter from 78 Squadron MPA just prior to leaving due to low light conditions.

28: Chief Executive Sets the Record Straight About the Holdberg - Falklands (Fisheries) - 04.12.2006

Chris Simpkins has told Councillor Summers why the Holdberg was fishing at Port Purvis.

29: 31 Rescued as Fishing Vessel Sinks in the Falklands - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 07.11.2006

Media Ops at HQBFSAI reported on Monday morning that Search and Rescue Teams from 78 Squadron were tasked on Sunday to rescue 31 crew members and a fisheries observer from the scalloping vessel, Holdberg, after the FPV Dorada relayed a call for help from the stricken vessel.

30: Argentina and Falklands in Fisheries Talks - Falklands (Fisheries) - 05.09.2006

The South Atlantic Fisheries Commission will be the topic of discussion.

31: Fisheries Committee Meeting Report (21/07/06) - Falklands (Fisheries) - 25.07.2006

Find out what happened during this vital committee meeting.

32: Injured Seaman Returns Home from Tristran - Tristan (Fisheries) - 22.06.2006

Nicolay, who was injured while aboars M/V Pirgos on the 25th of May has recovered enough to be transported to Cape Town enroute to Bulgaria. Photo (c) James Glass (Tristan Times) Nicolay being carried to Edinburgh's sick bay.

33: Fisheries Committee Meeting Report (09/06/06) - Falklands (Fisheries) - 12.06.2006

Find out what happened during this important meeting.

34: Prospects Good for Illex and Loligo in the FICZ - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.05.2006

Statistics are way up from this time last year.

35: Falklands Fisheries Industry Celebrates 20 Years in Operation - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.05.2006

It's been almost 20 years since the Falklands Fisheries Regime has begun.

36: Fisheries Committee Report for April 2006 - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.04.2006

Find out what happened during this vital committee meeting.

37: F/V JOHN CHEEK Released from Argentine Custody - Falklands (Fisheries) - 08.04.2006

The F/V JOHN CHEEK sailed from Commodoro Rivadavia, Argentina at 2100hrs on Friday.

38: Fisheries Committee Meeting for March - Falklands (Fisheries) - 26.03.2006

Outstanding Illex catches mean that there will be a good season this year.

39: FAO Set The Record Straight on Fisheries Management - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 02.03.2006

The International community puts a high priority on fisheries management.

40: Councillors Shown MPA Defences - Falklands (Fisheries) - 01.03.2006

Here we go again! And, again! And, again etc. etc.

41: Falklands Fishing Boat Detained by the Argentines - Falklands (Fisheries) - 22.02.2006

The BBC's Graham Bound inquires about the JOHN CHEEK's legal position in Argentina.

42: Argentines Step Up Fisheries 'Surveillance' - Falklands (Fisheries) - 20.02.2006

The JOHN CHEEK has been boarded and ordered to an Argentine port.

43: Yeates' Second Attempt at Antarctic Circumnavigation Ends in Failure - Falklands (Fisheries) - 19.02.2006

It's second time unlucky for Colin Yates.

44: Falklands Illex Season Begins Despite Poor High Seas Catches - Falklands (Fisheries) - 17.02.2006

Now it's crunch time. We have three weeks to find out if this year's Illex Stock is viable.

45: Illex Season Opens in Argentine Waters - Falklands (Fisheries) - 18.01.2006

Now that the research is finished, the TAC figures are set.

46: Wave Dancer to Return to Tristan - Tristan (Fisheries) - 16.01.2006

Thanks to the Falkland Islands Company, the Wave Dancer has been renovated at VT Halmatic Shipyard in Portsmouth. Photo (c) VT Halmatic Shipyard - Wave Dancer at a top speed of 29.5 kts in the Solent

47: South Georgia Government Increases Toothfish TAC for 2006 Season - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 04.01.2006

CCAMLR has allowed the South Georgia Government to increase its toothfish Total Allowable Catch by 15%.

48: Argentine Conservation Measure Causes Concern in the Falklands - Falklands (Fisheries) - 13.12.2005

We clearly need to come down on the side of Illex Squid.

49: Should Observers be Put Aboard Krill Vessels? - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 25.11.2005

Why does food that fish eat have to be caught and processed for them?

50: Falklands and So. Georgia Set a Benchmark for Fisheries Management - Falklands (Fisheries) - 23.11.2005

Dee Palmew Quizzes Dr. David Agnew about fisheries around South Georgia and the Falklands.

51: Australian Jury Acquitts Viarsa I of Poaching Charge - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 07.11.2005

A major blow to the Fisheries Protection effort off Australia has been dealt by a Perth District Court jury

52: Dame Ellen Heads for South Georgia - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 21.10.2005

Dame Ellen MacArthur is headed for South Georgia to research Albatross. Photo (c) Ned Kelly Albatross on Bird Island

53: Tristan's Women Settle Strike - Tristan (Fisheries) - 01.10.2005

Tristan's part-time factory workers will earn 12.94% more than they did this time last month.

54: Tristan: Women Reject Latest Pay Offer - Tristan (Fisheries) - 27.09.2005

Tristan's women have been on strike since 12 September and will not go back until they get the cost-effective pay deal they want.

55: Quark and Freiremar Case Adjourned for a Week - Falklands (Fisheries) - 09.09.2005

The Quark Fishing Limited and Freiremar SA cases have reached the sentencing stage and fines were levied against both companies in Court this afternoon.

56: Esperanza Court Case Costs Dong Yang Fishing Company £65,000.00 - Falklands (Fisheries) - 06.09.2005

The Esperanza Court Case was opened and concluded on Monday, 05 September 2005

57: Poaching Vessel to be Scuttled - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 30.08.2005

The long-liner, ElQui, that was convicted of illegal fishing in South Georgia waters, will be scuttled as soon as possible, according to H.E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce.

58: Korean Vessel Helps with Enquiries - Falklands (Fisheries) - 29.08.2005

Earlier today the M/V Sigma, the Falkland Islands Fisheries Patrol Vessel, escorted the Korean Trawler, Esperanza into Stanley to help with enquiries.

59: 1986 Ban Loses Support at IWC - Falklands (Fisheries) - 20.06.2005

Several websites report about the next meeting of the International Whaling commission due to begin on Monday in Ulsan, South Korea.

60: Poaching Threatens Tristan da Cunha's Hurricane Recovery - Tristan (Fisheries) - 12.06.2005

Any way you look at it, poachers who steal Tristan da Cunha's lobster as well as other maritime resources and offload them in Cape Town have cost the people hundreds of thousands of pounds a year in lost revenue. Photos (C) James Glass (Tristan Times) - Calshot Hatbour as it looks today.

61: Tristan Catch Good Despite Seismic Activity - Tristan (Fisheries) - 07.06.2005

Despite the frequent seismic activity in the waters around Tristan, Fisheries officials say that there has been a good catch this year. Photo (c) David Cothran

62: Argentine Coast Guard Seizes Korean Poacher - Falklands (Fisheries) - 22.05.2005

The Washington Post reports that last week the Argentine Coastguard after a two-hour chase in 40kt head winds, seized a Korean jigger off Comodoro Rivadavia. Photo (c) Argentine Coast Guard - An Argentine patrol boat approaches a Korean Jigger.

63: Falklands: Illex Season Closes on Wednesday - Falklands (Fisheries) - 12.04.2005

Concern over poor Squid catches have lead to the Illex season being closed early in Falkland waters for the second year running. The BBC World Service's Nick Gulhane tells us more.

64: Falklands Patrol Vessel Rescues French Yacht - Falklands (Fisheries) - 13.03.2005

The FPV SIGMA” has been involved in a rescue of the French Yacht KIFOUINE on 11 and 12 March 2005. At 2209 on 11 March, Fisheries Operations, located at FIPASS, received information from the Falkland Islands Company (FIC) that the yacht from La Rochelle, France, had called via VHF radio from the Sea Lion Island area for assistance.

65: In the Net with Richard Cockwell - Falklands (Fisheries) - 11.03.2005

There has been a joint research cruise on the Illex and at the moment, although it’s not looking very promising, it is better than last year. But it is very difficult at this stage to see exactly what the situation is going to be but it certainly doesn’t look as though it’s going to be a very good season.

66: The Lobster Fishery at Tristan and Tristan's quota of 158mt - Tristan (Fisheries) - 10.01.2005

Despite having evidence of landings of lobster (Jasus tristani) only found at Tristan and the Vema Seamount, plus lots of Octopus, the UK Government seems slow to act on our concerns. Photos (c) James Glass (Tristan Times)

67: SAFC Press Release - Falklands (Fisheries) - 14.12.2004

The South Atlantic Fisheries Commission met last week in Buenos Aires.

68: Australia Warns Poachers: Oceanic Viking Is On Your Tail - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 19.11.2004

Customs as well as that country’s Fisheries Department have sent a stern warning to potential poachers, who steal thousands of tonnes of marine resources from the economic zone, that they have an armed patrol vessel ready and waiting to patrol Australia’s waters. Photo(c) Australian Customs

69: Poaching Vessels: CCAMLR Clamps Down - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 17.11.2004

You all remember that epic chase last year when an Australian fisheries patrol pursued Toothfish poachers across the Southern Ocean and cornered them with the help of vessels from the Falklands and South Africa – a vivid example of the determination amongst CCAMLR Members to tackle illegal fishing – one of the main issues on the agenda at their recent meeting in Hobart. The BBC World Service "Calling the Falklands" has the details.

70: Antarctic Krill: Are They Really in Decline? - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 16.11.2004

Besides there being ethical problems with the targeting of animals so low on the food chain, there seems to be confusion about the biomass of Krill.

71: In the Net With Carleton, Wallace and Sawle - Falklands (Fisheries) - 13.11.2004

Sian Ferguson of FIBS asks probing questions about the Mussel industry in the Falkland Islands.

72: Caught in the Net with Dick Sawle - Falklands (Fisheries) - 10.10.2004

Corina Goss interviews Dick Sawle of Polar Limited.

73: New Polar: A Fishig Ship for the Falklands - Falklands (Fisheries) - 03.10.2004

Just over a year ago, when H. E. the Governor Mr. Howard Pearce was in Vigo in Spain, he toured the shipyards where New Polar was being built. Photo (c) J. Brock (FINN) - H. E. the Governor Mr. Pearce with Mr. Dick Sawle at the reception.

74: New Data on Throw-Away Fish - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 16.09.2004

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has released new data that shows that better fishing practices are responsible for a decrease in the number of fish that have been thrown back into the sea. This equates to a decrease of about 12 million tonnes from FAO’s previous estimate.

75: Pardelhas - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 09.09.2004

Two vessels owned by the Pardelhas Fishing Company may be seized and auctioned off after a court ruling that the Company owes $165,000.00 to Maritime agent, Ultramar. Photo (c) Undetermined - Pardelhas aground off Isabel Island

76: Community School Prize-Giving Report - Falklands (Fisheries) - 11.08.2004

Community School Headmaster, Mr. Alan Purvis, welcomed students, teachers, parents and friends to the annual prize-giving ceremony, which marks the end of the school year. Photos (c) J. Brock (FINN)

77: South Georgia Government Gets Tough on Toothfish Irregularities - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 09.07.2004

The Government of South Georgia, responsible for one of the world’s best-managed fisheries, is getting tough on licensed long-liners that are taking away more Toothfish than they are allocated. The policy of vessels reporting to either King Edward Point in South Georgia or to Stanley in the Falkland Islands is being strictly enforced. Photos (c) J. Brock (SARTMA-SG) A view of King Edward Point

78: Armed Patrol Trials Launched From Hobart - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 02.07.2004

Joint media release - Senator Chris Ellison, Minister for Justice and Customs, Senator Ian Macdonald, Minister for Fisheries, Forestry and Conservation, Dr Sharman Stone MP, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for the EnvironmentArmed patrols to boost protection of Australia’s Southern Ocean waters will start next month with “shake-down” sea trials departing from Hobart. Photo (c) Australian Customs Service

79: Countries Debate Strategies for Combating IUU Fishing - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 01.07.2004

Some improvement in capacity management, illegal fishing a growing problem, and high-seas operations not adequately controlled. George Kourous tells us more.

80: Genetic Profiling: It's Time to Invent the Gadget - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 06.06.2004

The idea that genetic profiling, or molecular markers as well as parasitic profiling could be used in an attempt to apprehend poachers is not new.

81: South Georgia Fishery: Success and Tragedy - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 28.04.2004

In this second extensive interview with Patrick Lurcock, the Marine Officer for the 200-Mile South Georgia Fishery Zone, SARTMA has been able to update readers on the progress that the South Georgia fishery has made. Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA - SG)

82: Maya V Crew Arrest Conditions Lightened - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 21.02.2004

Bail surety to ensure crew alleged to be involved in pirate toothfishing aboard the Maya V did not flee the country, was lessened yesterday by an Australian Court. Photo (c) Michael Weavers Story (c) Peter Collins

83: Fishers Challenge Australian Sovereignty: Commonwealth - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 12.02.2004

Incursions by fishermen into the Australian Fishing Zone was seen as a challenge to Australian sovereignty, the Perth Magistrates Court was told today. (12/02/04) Peter Collins tells us more. Photo (c) COLTO

84: Ascension Islanders Take Action Against Poachers - Ascension (Fisheries) - 05.02.2004

People living on Ascension Island have taken decisive action against the three poaching vessels that have been illegally fishing in the Island’s waters. Photo (c) Ascension Conservation

85: Major Poaching Incident at Ascension Island - Ascension (Fisheries) - 02.02.2004

Three vessels have been sighted off the coast of Ascension Island that were engaged in illegal long-lining for tuna. Two of the radio call-signs have been identified and therefore the country responsible for the theft.

86: Toothfish Pirates: There's Gold in Them There Thieves - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 30.01.2004

Ever think of making legal money from illegal fishing? This idea, that needs discussion, could stop poaching cold.

87: Australian Navy Catches Suspected Poacher - All (Fisheries) - 24.01.2004

A Royal Australian Navy warship has successfully apprehended a vessel suspected of fishing illegally in isolated Australian territorial waters. Photo and Story (c) Commonwealth of Australia.

88: CAUGHT IN THE NET WITH JOHN BARTON - Falklands (Fisheries) - 09.01.2004

To bring in the new year, we have got the Director of Fisheries, John Barton, in to talk about his recent visit to Buenos Aires and the South Atlantic Fisheries Commission Meeting.

89: OST Minister Explains About Fisheries Protection - Ascension (Fisheries) - 14.12.2003

Bill Rammell, the Head of the British Overseas Territories Department, has been talking about fisheries protection in the South Atlantic Photo (c) J. Brock (SARTMA)

90: A Brand New Task Force to Fight Illegal Fishing - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 13.12.2003

Now, there’s a real glimmer of hope on the horizon. Five Maritime Countries, Australia, Britain, Chile, Namibia and New Zealand have got together to launch a top-level task force to tackle illegal fishing.

91: New Government Plans to Deter Toothfish Terrorists - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 12.12.2003

Legal toothfish companies in Australia have welcomed Australian and French government initiatives announced this week in the ongoing battle against criminal syndicates targeting and stealing the valuable species in the Australian and French zones.

92: Caught in the Net With Howard Pearce - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 25.10.2003

We have already heard on "Caught in the Net" from Hamish Wyley, who was one of the delegates to this year’s World Fishing Exhibition in Vigo. And, this week, we are joined by another of the group, H. E. the Governor, Howard Pearce (HP).

93: Viarsa1: 5 Crew Charged and Bailed - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 12.10.2003

Australian press reports that five crew members from VIARSA1, which are accused of poaching Patagonian Toothfish, were granted bail after they appeared before a magistrate in Perth, Australia on Friday.

94: Caught in the Net with Hamish Wyley - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 12.10.2003

Seafish have interests in every sector of the fishery from Illex to Toothfish and Hamish attended the World Fishing Exhibition in Vigo and then he joined the Falklands Delegation to Korea and Japan.

95: Viarsa1 Arrives in Fremantle to Face the Music - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 04.10.2003

Viarsa1, the Uruguayan fishing ship that was chased for 21 days across the Southern Ocean by patrol vessels from three nations, has finally arrived in Fremantle, Australia, where the ship and crew face a complete investigation into alleged poaching in Australian waters around Heard Island. Photo (c) Australian Customs

96: COLTO Offer Advice and Info to Uruguay - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 02.10.2003

The Coalition of Legal Toothfish Operators are giving info and advice to the Uruguayan Government.

97: Successful Legal Toothfish Marketing: Consumers Need to Get Involved - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 22.09.2003

Seabird-friendly toothfish could be marketed in the way that Dolphin-friendly Tuna is.

98: So. Supporter and Viarsa Steam Back to Australia - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 12.09.2003

Now that both ships have been re-provisiones, they are steaming back to Australia.

99: In the Net with Clark and McFarlaine - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 12.09.2003

Two Fisheries Officials who were involved with the Falklands end of the Viarsa chase, tell of their experiences.

100: Longlining Causes Albatross Deaths & Leads to Extinction - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 05.09.2003

New research shows longline fishing is pushing six species of Albatross to extinction. Photo (c) Birdlife International

101: High Praise for Governments in Toothfish Wars - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 28.08.2003

It's over and now time for thank-yous to Governments who took part in the Viarsa Chase.

102: VIARSA1: Caught in the Net - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 27.08.2003

An international effort is paying off and the VIARSA1 saga will be over sooner rather than later.

103: Australia Has Prima Facie Case Against VIARSA1 - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 27.08.2003

The Uruguayan Ambassador to Australia has met with Ministers to hear that Australia will continue the pursuit of VIARSA1 and bring her to an appropriate port.

104: Viarsa1 Boarded and Escorted to South Africa - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 27.08.2003

Earlier today fisheries protection officers boarded Viarsa1 and the vessel is now being escorted to Cape Town.

105: Viarsa1 Disobeys Orders to Follow Southern Supporter - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 26.08.2003

Viarsa1 heads towards Montevideo despite orders to stop and follow.

106: VIARSA1 Admits Identity - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 25.08.2003

It's official! VIARSA1 has repainted her name, hull number and port of registry on appropriate parts of her hull.

107: Record for High Seas Pursuit Attained - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 25.08.2003

SOUTHERN SUPPORTER has set an Australian record for high seas pursuit.

108: Dangerous Seas Hamper Viarsa1 Chase - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 24.08.2003

SA Agulhas is headed towards the poacher and the chaser. Photo (c) Australian Customs - Viarsa1 in icy seas

109: Viarsa Cornered At Bouvetoya (Bouvet) Islands - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 23.08.2003

The Southern Supporter has caught up with Viarsa at 55S and 5E.

110: Foul Weather Delays Viarsa Pursuit - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 20.08.2003

SA AGULHAS has been delayed from pursuing the Uruguayan poaching ship, VIARSA.

111: VIARSA 1: Falklands Could Join the Chase - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 20.08.2003

Viarsa 1 is not having an easy time in loose pack ice and strong headwinds.

112: More On Viarsa Pursuit - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 19.08.2003

CANBERRA - A South African ship will try to intercept a Uruguayan pirate fishing boat that has been chased doggedly through massive Southern Ocean seas for almost two weeks by an Australian patrol vessel.

113: COLTO: Toothfish Pirates Falsify Satellite Records - Br.Ant.Territory (Fisheries) - 16.08.2003

Was the Uruguayan Government tricked? COLTO alleges Toothfish Pirates falsify satellite vessel monitoring positioning data.

114: The Unseen Consequence of Longline Poaching - Tristan (Fisheries) - 15.08.2003

People, as they should be, are angry about poaching but what of the sad spin-off? Photo (c) COLTO An Illegal Toothfish Longliner poaching in the Southern Ocean.

115: Iceland to Resume Scientific Whaling - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 09.08.2003

Falkland Islander, Graham Bound, interviews Iceland's fisheries minister. Photo(c) Graham Bound This pack of whalemeal from South Georgia is empty. Hopefully, packs like this will stay that way.

116: New Chairman for Fisheries Corporation - St Helena (Fisheries) - 04.08.2003

A new Chairman has been appointed for the St. Helena Fisheries Corporation Management Board.

117: Korean and Spanish Trawlers Collide in Heavy Fog - Falklands (Fisheries) - 01.08.2003

A collision between Korean and Spanish Trawlers has happened in heavy fog.

118: In the Net with Barton and Middleton - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 19.07.2003

Argentina catches many times the amount of Illex that we do. It's not who catches the squid that matters but how much is being taken.

119: Fisheries Commission Joint Statement - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 09.07.2003

The South Atlantic Fisheries Commission has been meeting in London. Following is their joint statement:

120: Emotional Good-Bye to Beached Pilot Whales - Falklands (Fisheries) - 27.06.2003

42 Lliving Pilot Whales had to be put down on Tuesday.

121: Toothfish Pirates Caught Red Handed - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 27.06.2003

Photo (c) CALTO Red Handed!

122: Toothfish Drama in the Southern Ocean - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 25.06.2003

Calls have been coming in all over the world about Toothfish Piracy.

123: Lives Risked to Prevent Toothfish Poaching - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 20.06.2003

There is a $100,000.00 reward out for someone who brings toothfish pirates to justice.

124: South Georgia Residents Rescue Stranded Fishermen - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 23.05.2003

The residents of South Georgia had their hands full earlier this month when three ships ran aground in bad weather. Two are still there. Photo (c) Dr. Sue Dowling - The cast of characters who winter over in South Georgia in 2003: Back (L-R)Tim Carr, Pauline Car, Suzi Hawkins, Rich Mitchell Middle (L-R) Howie Owen, John Clemens,Frin Ross, Sarah Lurcock, Ian Parsons Front (L-R)Sue Dowling, Andy Godsell, Rob Gater, Pat Lurcock

125: Albatross Being Taken for Meat - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 15.05.2003

Sartma warns that South Atlantic Albatross are being eaten by humans.

126: Caught in the Net with Barton and Harte - Falklands (Fisheries) - 12.05.2003

FIBS interviews two experts about the proposed fishing rights legislation.

127: $100,000.00 to Report Toothfish Piracy - S.Atlantic (Fisheries) - 06.05.2003

Fishing companies are getting tough amongst themselves in order to wipe out Toothfush Piracy.

128: South Georgia Toothfish Season Opens - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 03.05.2003

Despite the bad weather, the much sought after Toothfish licences have been taken up and people have gone long-lining for the resource.

129: Tristan Da Cunha: A Valuable Fishery in Development - Tristan (Fisheries) - 29.04.2003

Tristan da Cunha's fishery is rich in unique species. James Glass, the Island's Fisheries Director explains more. Photo: (c) J. Brock (SARTMA) Dive Specialist, David Cothran, explains the use of the Remote Observation Vehicle (ROV)

130: SGSSI Toothfish Licences Allocated - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 24.04.2003

The Island's Toothfish licences have been allocated for next season.

131: South Georgia Maritime Zone: A Successful Partnership - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 07.04.2003

The second half of the South Georgia Maritime Zone's marriage of management and science is carried out in a lab and on fishing boats.

132: South Georgia Management Zone: - S.Georgia (Fisheries) - 02.04.2003

A Successful Marriage of Management and Science! Find out why management and science are needed for a top - class fishery.

133: St. Helena: A Fishery on the Way Up! - St Helena (Fisheries) - 02.04.2003

St. Helena's fishery is quite different than that of South Georgia. The style and approach of stock assessmant and management reflect the uniqueness of the fishery.

134: Fishing Rights Discussed At Public Meeting - Falklands (Fisheries) - 26.02.2003

The emotive issue of Fishing Rights was discussed at Tuesday's public meeting

135: In the Net With Hart and Barton - Falklands (Fisheries) - 16.02.2003

Could FIPASS become the next "Charles Cooper?"

136: Ninety Whale Deaths Reported at Elephant Beach - Falklands (Fisheries) - 07.01.2003

Approximately 90 Pilot Whales have been discovered on Elephant Beach and there is no hope for those that survived.

137: If You Want an EEZ, - Ascension (Fisheries) - 25.12.2002

Don't push the surrey with the fringe on top - get a horse to pull it.