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To make the case for marine conservation initiatives, we research and publish reports on a wide variety of subjects, from scientific discoveries to financial policy.

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Global

Entering the Twilight Zone: The Ecological Role and Importance of Mesopelagic Fishes

Ocean waters between 200 and 1000m deep – the Twilight Zone – sustain immense quantities of fish, believed to be greater than the combined mass of all fish living closer to the surface, that the fishing industry is keen to exploit. But their value to the planet’s life support system and in climate mitigation is likely far greater than their value as food. We must urgently protect them from fishing while we undertake research to determine their importance in global ocean processes. 

09 December 2020

Entering the Twilight Zone: The Ecological Role and Importance of Mesopelagic Fishes

Investigations Report

Global

In Clear Sight - Shining a Light on the Opaque Deep-Sea Mining History

The deep ocean is the largest ecosystem on the planet, providing 95 per cent of all habitable space. With less than 1 per cent of it explored, there is no place on Earth that we know less about. Once mined, we will not see recovery of those habitats in human timescales, leaving nodule-dwelling species, such as corals, sponges and anemones, without a home.  

03 December 2020

In Clear Sight - Shining a Light on the Opaque Deep-Sea Mining History

Newsletter

Global

Into the Blue: November 2020

We’re pleased to share with you BLUE’s latest newsletter: November 2020.

30 November 2020

Into the Blue: November 2020

UK Report

British Isles

European Native Oyster Habitat Restoration Handbook

This European Native Oyster Habitat Restoration Handbook aims to provide foundational and practical guidance on the restoration and conservation of native oysters (Ostrea edulis) and native oyster habitat across the UK and Ireland. The guidance outlined throughout the Handbook is also of relevance to projects across the native oyster’s biogeographic range. 

04 November 2020

European Native Oyster Habitat Restoration Handbook

Newsletter

Global

Into the Blue: October 2020

We’re pleased to share with you BLUE’s latest newsletter: October 2020.

23 October 2020

Into the Blue: October 2020

Investigations Report

Indian Ocean

Failure to Manage Yellowfin Tuna by the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission

One and a half million metric tons of yellowfin tuna were caught worldwide in 2018, with a dock value of US$4.4 billion and an end value of almost US$16 billion. The Indian Ocean accounts for roughly 30 per cent of the world’s yellowfin tuna catch. Sold in cans, as steaks or raw as high-value sashimi, yellowfin tuna is one of three species of tropical tuna under the management of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC). The Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock has been overfished and subject to continued overfishing for more than five years and, as a result, is now at risk of collapse.

13 October 2020

Failure to Manage Yellowfin Tuna by the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission

Policy Report

British Isles

Time to protect the Dogger Bank - Summary for Policymakers

The Dogger Bank, a vital underwater ecosystem in the North Sea, supports a rich diversity of marine life, including soft corals, sharks, rays, and vital species like cod and whiting, making its protection from harmful fishing practices crucial to preserving its unique biodiversity. 

30 September 2020

Time to protect the Dogger Bank - Summary for Policymakers

UK Report

British Isles

Report to Inform Appropriate Assessment of Fishing Operations on the Dogger Bank SACs

The Dogger Bank has protected status as three Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) under the EU Habitats Directive. However, the site is intensively fished by fleets from the UK and EU Member States. Despite designation as Sites of Community Importance back in 2007 (Germany), 2009 (The Netherlands) and 2012 (UK), no active management measures are in place to restrict the use of ecologically damaging fishing gears. 

30 September 2020

Report to Inform Appropriate Assessment of Fishing Operations on the Dogger Bank SACs

Investigations Report

Indian Ocean

Automatic Identification System (AIS) Usage by Spanish and French-Flagged Vessels  

Blue Marine Foundation is concerned about the inconsistent usage of Automatic Identification System (AIS) by Spanish and French-flagged tuna purse-seine vessels operating in the Western Indian Ocean. 

31 August 2020

Automatic Identification System (AIS) Usage by Spanish and French-Flagged Vessels  

Legal Report

British Isles

The Fisheries Bill: A Cheat's Charter?

The Fisheries Bill represents a rare and crucial opportunity to reshape the future of UK fisheries, impacting how, where, and what we fish for, and determining who benefits from these activities—making it essential that this legislation is carefully crafted to address the longstanding mismanagement of our marine resources. 

22 July 2020

The Fisheries Bill: A Cheat's Charter?

Newsletter

Global

Into the Blue: July 2020

We’re pleased to share with you BLUE’s latest newsletter: July 2020.

15 July 2020

Into the Blue: July 2020

Science Report

Pacific Ocean

Blue Marine Foundation and Patagonia Projects - Project Overviews

This report presents a comprehensive overview of marine conservation efforts in Chilean Patagonia, focusing on the study and protection of baleen whales, benthic marine life, cetacean acoustics, and dolphin and orca behaviour, while highlighting community engagement, biodiversity documentation, and long-term monitoring of oceanic conditions in the Golfo de Penas, Patagonia.  

23 June 2020

Blue Marine Foundation and Patagonia Projects - Project Overviews

Investigations Report

Indian Ocean

OceanMind IOTC Report

A geospatial analysis of fishing efforts in the Western Indian Ocean from 2016-2020, focusing on surface and other gear types. It examines fishing areas, periods, and AIS data in relation to piracy risk, addressing concerns about transparency and visibility in fishing operations, as raised by the Blue Marine Foundation.  

16 May 2020

OceanMind IOTC Report

Newsletter

Global

Into the Blue: May 2020

We’re pleased to share with you BLUE’s latest newsletter: May 2020.

14 May 2020

Into the Blue: May 2020

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