Throughout the world fisheries are using good management practices to safeguard jobs, secure fish stocks for the future and help to protect the marine environment.

The MSC certification program gives fisheries a way to independently confirm sustainability, a competitive edge in the marketplace, and an assurance to buyers that the fish comes from a well managed and sustainable source. Fish products that come from fisheries that meet the MSC environmental standard for sustainable fishing are marked with the MSC ecolabel to show they come from a certified sustainable source. The MSC ecolabel makes it easy for consumers to make the best environmental choice in seafood.

Eligible fisheries

Find out which fisheries are eligible to be assessed.

Know the basics

What is involved, how much does it cost, how long could it take and who does what?

Get ready

Good preparation is the key to a good assessment process and helps to keep costs down. A key decision is choosing a certifier and make contact with stakeholders.

Step-by-step assessment

The MSC certification program is a 7-step process. Find out what is involved at each step.

After certification

Certification is a beginning, not an end. Find out how to reap the benefits of certification and how to help your buyers use the MSC ecolabel.