Global Fishing Watch

?? JUST PUBLISHED: We're excited to be lead authors on a new study in Nature that illuminates the expanding footprint of human activity at sea! ??? The groundbreaking research harnesses AI, satellite imagery and vessel GPS data to reveal previously unmapped industrial activity on the ocean—and how it is changing. ?? Working alongside researchers from University of Wisconsin-Madison, Duke University, UC Santa Barbara and SkyTruth, Global Fishing Watch analyzed 2 million gigabytes of satellite imagery spanning 2017-2021, to detect vessels and offshore infrastructure in coastal waters across six continents. Learn more about this groundbreaking advancement in ocean transparency below. ?? English: https://bitly.ws/38yJc ?? Spanish: https://bitly.ws/38yL4 #AI #BigData #Technology #OceanConservation

?? Illegal fishing harms fish stocks, undermines lawful fishers and threatens the very survival of coastal communities. ??? For countries like Papua New Guinea, where the fishing industry plays a crucial role in boosting the country’s economy and ensuring food security, #IUUFishing is not just an inconvenience—it’s an existential threat. ??Read how authorities are using Global Fishing Watch’s advanced ocean monitoring tools and data to bolster their lines of defense against this pervasive practice. bit.ly/4gQ080D

??? An international system that supports thriving fisheries, protects marine biodiversity and ensures equitable access to information, requires robust and enforced policies at multiple levels. ?? To support the establishment and enforcement of these frameworks, governments around the world are leveraging our cutting-edge map and portals, to access data-driven insights that are vital for building effective agreements. ?? Now, with global attention turned towards #COP16, learn how our Marine Manager portal, developed in partnership with Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy, is being used by States to inform protections for #MPAs and help address global biodiversity loss. bit.ly/3HOpwDT | #COP16Colombia

?? Human activity at sea has significantly altered our global marine environments. ?? Reckless exploitation of the ocean has resulted in a third of the world’s major commercial fish stocks being overfished—upsetting the natural balance of marine ecosystems everywhere. ??? With biological diversity declining at alarming rates, governments and wider stakeholders are leveraging our unique map and tools to ramp up protections for ocean habitats, help safeguard some of the most spectacular marine reserves across the planet and address concerns from the fishing industry with transparent and accessible data. ?? Read more about the difference Global Fishing Watch is making. bit.ly/404NHbk

**That's a wrap! ??** We just concluded our annual general meeting, bringing together our dedicated members and partners for an inspiring day of collaboration and innovation. ???? It was a fantastic opportunity to reflect on our achievements, share insights, and discuss our collective strategy for the future of the Mediterranean Sea. We're excited about the initiatives we’ve planned and the partnerships we've strengthened! Thank you to all who participated and contributed to the success of this meeting. Together, we are making strides toward a sustainable and thriving Mediterranean. Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming projects! A special thanks to our members and partners: Akdeniz Koruma Derne?i Archipelagos, Institute of Marine Conservation BLOOM Association Blue Marine Foundation ClientEarth Ecologistas en Acción Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) FishAct e.V. Global Fishing Watch iSea NGO Marevivo Marilles Foundation MedReAct Oceana in Europe PADI AWARE Foundation Save the Med Foundation Seas At Risk The Nature Conservancy Worldrise WWF Mediterranean #MedSeaAlliance #MarineConservation #Sustainability #Collaboration #Mediterranean

?? The ocean is the single most important lifeline for addressing the climate crisis. Yet, only 8% of our global marine environments are currently protected. ??? To help countries advance on global conservation efforts and assess progress toward their #30X30 commitments, Global Fishing Watch, SkyTruth and Bloomberg Philanthropies are among nonprofits using technology, big data and innovative research to offer up unprecedented insights into human activity on our seas. ?? Global Fishing Watch's chief strategy and external affairs officer, Sarah Bladen, speaks to SkyTruth CEO John Amos in TriplePundit about how funding for open source platforms is changing the game for ocean advocacy, governance and protection. Dive in! bit.ly/3Y0red0

?? Like many of their pelagic counterparts, silky sharks face an uncertain future plagued by overfishing, increased exposure to vessel traffic and other inherent threats. ? Their vulnerability is further exacerbated by their behavior—as these sharks tend to congregate around tuna schools and drifting objects, making them easy targets for industrial fishing fleets. ?? In a recent study, researchers from the Charles Darwin Foundation for the Galapagos Islands, Guy Harvey Research Institute, Save Our Seas Foundation (SOSF) at Nova Southeastern University in Florida and the Galápagos National Park Directorate, documented the most extensive migration ever recorded for a silky shark. ??? Forbes reveals how the researchers harnessed satellite data, including vessel tracking data from Global Fishing Watch, to spotlight critical insights about the severely at-risk species and the urgent need for cooperative management measures to prevent further population decline. bit.ly/3Y4lgYi

?? In less than two weeks, biological diversity will top the agenda for international delegates attending the 16th United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP16) in Cali, Colombia. ?? Under the theme 'Peace with Nature', the high-level conference will set the stage for the examination of existing and new frameworks, aimed at driving global action to protect our marine and terrestrial environments. ??? As Global Fishing Watch prepares to bring technology and transparency to the forefront in Cali, we caught up with our biodiversity officer for Latin America, Carlos Chacon, to take a closer look at the region's leadership in sustainable marine management. ?? Dive into our conversation here: bit.ly/47RbkpI | #COP16 #COP16Colombia #30x30

??? Global Fishing Watch’s unique map is based on satellite data that contains key information on vessel identities and positions. ?? To turn this raw data into actionable insights, a data pipeline processes the information and outputs cleaned, organized and aggregated data in a format that can be used for visualization, analysis and reporting. ?? We spoke to our senior manager for data and analysis, Hannah Linder, who shed further light on the inner workings and importance of the pipeline process. bit.ly/3Nmdjsx

?? Less than 8% of the ocean is protected. ?? This #WorldHabitatDay, discover how countries across the globe are using Global Fishing Watch Marine Manager to move the needle forward, and enhance protections for our planet's largest inhabited environment. ?? The innovative technology portal, developed in partnership with Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy, empowers individuals everywhere to rapidly collate and analyze scientific data that is integral to the governance of #MPAs and other area-based conservation measures. bit.ly/3HOpwDT