4.3.1 Extent to which CCAMLR has adopted integrated
MCS measures (e.g. required use of VMS, observers, catch
documentation and trade tracking schemes, restrictions on
transhipment, boarding and inspection schemes)
4.3.2 Extent to which these measures are effectively
implemented
| Recommendation |
Responsible body |
Activities to date |
Status |
|
4.3.2.1 The CDS should be amended to provide for the
linkage of daily catch data with DCDs and that should
definitions be revised to ensure there is no ambiguity as to
when and where catch can be landed or transhipped (i.e. a
clear definition of both ‘in port’ and ‘at sea’). This may
well require an explicit prohibition of all transhipments
except under the control of an appropriate port or flag
authority. |
SCIC |
(2008)CCAMLR-XXVII,
Annex 5, paragraph 7.5;
(2009)CCAMLR-XXVIII,
Annex 5, paragraph 7.2;
Adoption of CM
10-09 (Transhipments).
Adoption of CM
23-07 (Daily reporting). |
SCIC – In progress - advanced steps |
|
4.3.2.2 C-VMS data for all fisheries be reported
directly to the Secretariat in real time. |
SCIC/ Commission |
(2008)CCAMLR-XXVII,
Annex 5, paragraph 7.5;
(2009)CCAMLR-XXVIII,
Annex 5, paragraph 7.2;
(2010)CCAMLR-XXIX,
paragraph 12.9. |
SCIC – In progress -advanced steps |
|
4.3.2.3 There be unhindered access to real-time VMS
data for surveillance and inspection activities (both in terms
of their planning and implementation). |
SCIC/ Commission |
CM 10-04,
paragraphs 8 to 23 |
SCIC – not yet considered |
|
4.3.2.4 CCAMLR should review the approach to
inspections adopted in RFMOs so as to develop a more effective
and contemporary inspection regime. |
SCIC/ Commission |
Proposals to consider the system of inspection have been
considered in previous years. |
SCIC – In progress – early steps |
|
4.3.2.5 Greater use should be made of multilateral
inspections employing CCAMLR-designated inspectors from two or
more Members. This would not only enhance the cooperation
foreseen by Article XXIV, but sharing inspection platforms
would also reduce associated costs. |
Commission/
Members |
Joint patrol programs have been established between Australia
and France. |
SCIC – In progress – advanced steps |
|
4.3.2.6 There should be consistency in management and
enforcement measures (including in the operation of the C-VMS)
for finfish and other fisheries (including krill). |
SCIC/
Commission |
Proposal for enhanced VMS reporting for krill fisheries |
SCIC – In progress – early steps |
|
4.3.2.7 The effectiveness of CCAMLR would be increased
if CPs were prepared, in certain instances, to apply CCAMLR
provisions to, for example, their flag vessels operating north
of CCAMLR waters in the high seas, or to areas subject to
their jurisdiction. Alternatively, CCAMLR could consider
tackling this issue through agreements (e.g. MOUs) to achieve
similar outcomes. |
Members/
SCIC/
Commission |
(2009)CCAMLR-XXVIII,
Annex 5, paragraph 7.5 – paper submitted by France
relating to an evaluation of the conformity of French law and
practice with CCAMLR CMs.
(2010)CCAMLR-XXVIII/34.
MOUs between CCAMLR and other organisations:
ACAP
WCPFC
Exchange information with SEAFO |
SCIC – In progress – early steps |