What is overfishing?
Overfishing is a global problem that threatens marine wildlife, biodiversity, food security and livelihoods.
What is sustainable fishing?
Fishing sustainably combats overfishing. Well managed fisheries leave enough fish in the ocean and minimise impacts on habitats and ecosystems.
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Oceans at risk
Climate change, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, and unwanted bycatch are some of the issues contributing to overfishing.
Science and research
Our science team of researchers, data analysts and science communicators publish papers and explore the data and scientific evidence that inform our program.
The Decision: A tuna fishery’s quest for sustainability
For fisheries
Why get MSC certified?
MSC certification confirms your fishery is well-managed and is sustaining resources and livelihoods.
How to get certified
MSC certification is open to all wild-capture fisheries, regardless of size, scale, geography or technology.
In-Transition to MSC program
Our program supports fisheries to make independently verified progress towards certification.
What is the MSC and why is certified sustainable seafood important?
More about our work
Our approach
The MSC incentivises fisheries, suppliers and retailers to create a more sustainable seafood market.
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Biodiversity and fishing
Biodiversity allows nature to be productive, resilient and adaptable to environmental changes.
What is the blue MSC label?
An ecolabel applied to seafood from fisheries that meet our requirements for sustainable fishing.