The MSC in numbers
19%
of marine wild catch engaged with the MSC program (certified, in assessment, suspended, and in-transition)
2,225
improvements made by MSC certified fisheries by the end of March 2023
95%
of certified fisheries have made improvements in practice
The Chain of Custody Standard Review
Our latest review is underway as of September 2023.
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Marine heatwaves and sustainable fishing
Ocean Stewardship Fund projects
Reducing sawfish interactions in Australia
Reducing sawfish and sea snake bycatch in the Northern Prawn fishery through gear modifications.
Improving data on seabird interactions in Alaska
A new app is to be developed and trialled in the Alaska salmon fishery to gather data on seabird interactions.
Genetic testing to identify octopus species in Madagascar
A PhD Student will carry out DNA analysis to confirm the species present in catch from the Southwest Madagascar fishery.
The Decision: A tuna fishery’s quest for sustainability
Fisheries
Why get your fishery MSC certified?
Certification ensures sustainable resources and livelihoods for future generations.
Fishery certification guide
What's needed to achieve MSC certification.
In-Transition to MSC program
For fisheries not yet ready to enter assessment against our Standard.
