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FFIA’s Engagement in the ALDFG\/EoL Fishing Gear Project<\/h2>\n

In 2024, the Association participated in a survey involving ALDFG involving the supply chain for Bumble Bee, whereby we shared our experience. At the same time, there are initial discussions with the World Bank and WWF Pacific on the same.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”1479″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” gap=”35″ equal_height=”yes” rtl_reverse=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css_animation=”fadeInUp” css=”.vc_custom_1754538427201{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-bottom: 40px !important;background-color: #D4E0EB !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”1483″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Certification<\/h2>\n

The Fiji tuna fishery was the first in the world to be certified under the MSC banner for the fishery in 2012. We are now in our 3 certification and thank the Ministry of Fisheries and WWF Pacific for being partners for the certification.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″ equal_height=”yes” rtl_reverse=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css_animation=”fadeInUp”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

Conservation International (CI) partnered with FFIA<\/h2>\n

FFIA\u2019s partnership with CI has been instrumental in promoting sustainable and socially responsible practices in Fiji\u2019s fishing industry. Through a formal Memorandum of Understanding<\/strong> (MoU), FFIA and CI have collaborated on several key initiatives in the areas of Economic, Environment, and Social issues pertaining to the sector.<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”1708″ img_size=”800×600″ css=””][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” gap=”35″ equal_height=”yes” rtl_reverse=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css_animation=”fadeInUp” css=”.vc_custom_1754874434491{margin-bottom: -15px !important;background-color: #D4E0EB00 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”1477″ img_size=”full” css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

World Wide Fund (WWF)<\/h2>\n

The Fiji fishing industry has had a long relationship with WWF through assistance in MSC-related matters, the training of our crews in by-catch mitigation, and the provision of by-catch mitigation tools, the funding of fishers on Deckhand Courses at the PCSM, to name a few[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”35″ disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion color=”blue” spacing=”1″ gap=”1″ c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”-1″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”FFIA’s Engagement in the ALDFG\/EoL Fishing Gear Project” tab_id=”1753317534307-828a97e4-81a1″][vc_column_text css=””]The Fiji Fishing Industry Association is engaged in the regional initiative titled \u201cAssessing and Managing End of Life (EoL) and Abandoned, Lost, and Discarded Fishing Gears (ALDFG) in Tuna Fishery in the Pacific Island Countries\u201d<\/em>, supported by the World Bank and implemented in collaboration with key stakeholders. As a key industry representative, FFIA contributes valuable insights from Fiji’s longline tuna fishery, highlighting national needs, current practices, and areas for improvement in gear disposal and environmental protection. FFIA supports the project\u2019s goals of improving the collection, management, and recycling of EoL fishing gear, and plays an important role in shaping national responses to ALDFG issues, particularly those affecting Fiji\u2019s outer islands.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Certification” tab_id=”1753317534317-f994852b-4eea”][vc_column_text css=””]FFIA has been working closely with the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) to support the certification of Fiji\u2019s longline tuna fisheries. As part of this effort, FFIA participated in MSC-led capacity building programs, including the 2023 APAC Level 2 Training, which focused on MSC standards, fishery assessments, and chain of custody requirements. This collaboration aims to strengthen industry readiness, promote sustainable fishing practices, and enhance market access through compliance with internationally recognized certification standards.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Conservation International (CI) partnered with FFIA” tab_id=”1753317534326-204d686a-3a19″][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n

FFIA\u2019s partnership with Conservation International (CI) has been instrumental in promoting sustainable and socially responsible practices in Fiji\u2019s fishing industry. Through a formal Memorandum of Understanding<\/strong> (MoU), FFIA and CI have collaborated on several key initiatives, including the Social Responsibility Assessment (SRA) project<\/strong>. With CI securing funding and technical support through LRQA, this project addresses critical areas such as child and forced labour, contract transparency, occupational health and safety, and collective bargaining.<\/p>\n

CI has also supported the \u201cValue Chain and Market Analysis of Fiji\u2019s Tuna Longline Industry<\/strong>,\u201d a landmark study initiated in 2022 to map the industry\u2019s value chain and assess its economic contribution. In 2024, CI has continued to assist FFIA in sharing the findings and engaging stakeholders to address challenges facing the sector.<\/p>\n

Additionally, CI introduced the Jurisdictional Approach for Tuna<\/strong> as a framework for improving national-level fisheries management through inclusive and coordinated action. While still in the exploratory phase, this model aligns with FFIA\u2019s broader vision for sustainability and responsible industry growth.<\/p>\n

CI\u2019s ongoing support extends to policy development, stakeholder engagement, and brand initiatives such as the FFIA logo redesign\u2014underscoring a strong and evolving partnership focused on conservation, transparency, and industry advancement.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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