This Recommendation of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT), repeals and replaces Recommendation 13-13 Concerning the Establishment of an ICCAT Record of Vessels 20 Metres in Length Overall or Greater Authorized to Operate in the Convention Area. The Recommendation, referring to the International Plan of Action (IPOA) aiming to prevent, to deter and to eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, requires the Commission to establish and maintain an ICCAT record of fishing vessels 20 meters in length overall or greater (LSFVs) authorized to fish for tuna and tuna-like species in the Convention Area. Each CPC shall submit to the ICCAT Executive Secretary, the list of its LSFVs that are authorized to operate in the Convention area along with the information mentioned therein. Any deletion or modification must be promptly notified to the ICCAT Executive Secretary. The responsibilities of the flag CPCs of the vessels on the record are laid down. CPCs shall take measures, under their applicable legislation, to prohibit the LSFVs which are not entered into the ICCAT record.
2021-01-01