Indonesia Indian Ocean skipjack, yellowfin and bigeye tuna - purse seine

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Overview

PT. Aneka Tuna, in collaboration with its suppliers (PT. Gabungan Era Mandiri, PT. Hasil Melimpah, PT. Karya Mandiri Citramina, and PT. Tuna Indonesia Mandiri), initiated the Purse Seine Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in the Indian Ocean. These companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote sustainable practices. Recognizing the importance of sustainability, they aim to ensure that the raw materials they harvest or procure are sourced responsibly to support long-term business viability and environmental stewardship. The UoAs are Indonesian FMA 572 and 573, targeting stock of skipjack, yellowfin, and bigeye tuna in the Indian Ocean, using purse seine gear. 

FIP Description 

PT. Aneka Tuna, in collaboration with its suppliers (PT. Gabungan Era Mandiri, PT. Hasil Melimpah, PT. Karya Mandiri Citramina, and PT. Tuna Indonesia Mandiri), initiated the Purse Seine Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in the Indian Ocean.

FIP Objective(s) 

The objectives of this FIP are to maintain the stock status or target species around MSY, strengthen the data collection and decision-making process in the Indian Ocean Purse Seine Tuna Fishery, and enter full assessment on Sept 2029 by the latest.

Specific target on each Principle:

Principle 1:

By Sep 2029, the FIP will maintain the stock status of species targets around the MSY, support the development and implementation of robust and precautionary HS for SKJ YFT and BET in 572 & 573 and support the stock rebuilding plan for Yellowfin and Bigeye in IOTC.

Principle 2:

By December 2027, the Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) aims to enhance information systems for both in-scope species and Endangered, Threatened, and Protected (ETP)/Out of Scope (OOS) species. Key actions include:

  • Strengthening Data Collection:

    • Implementation of electronic logbooks (e-logbooks).
    • Expansion of the observer program to improve data reliability.

  • Developing Strategies:

    • Contribution to partial management strategies for in-scope species by 2028.

  • Providing Evidence:

    • Submission of observer reports to demonstrate the proportion of fishing activities conducted on Fish Aggregating Devices (FADs).
    • Verification that no shark finning practices occur on purse seine vessels.

These efforts will ensure better management, data-driven decision-making, and sustainable practices within the fishery.

Principle 3:

By January 2029, the Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) aims to enhance tuna fishery management by:

  • Supporting the Tuna Fishery Management Plan:

    • Contributing to the development and implementation of a comprehensive plan for sustainable tuna fisheries.

  • Promoting Participatory Decision-Making:

    • Establishing a multistakeholder platform involving various stakeholders to ensure collaborative efforts in creating a fishery-specific management plan.

This initiative underscores the commitment to inclusive governance and sustainable fisheries management, fostering stakeholder engagement and long-term resource sustainability.

FIP Type 
Comprehensive
FIP Stage 
Stage 3: FIP Implementation
Start and Projected End Dates
October 2024
September 2029
Next Progress Report Due 
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Species 
Common Name 
Skipjack Tuna
Scientific Name
Katsuwonus pelamis
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Skipjack Tuna
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Common Name 
Yellowfin Tuna
Scientific Name
Thunnus albacares
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Yellowfin Tuna
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Common Name 
Bigeye Tuna
Scientific Name
Thunnus obesus
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Bigeye Tuna
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Gear Type 
Purse Seine
Location
FAO Major Fishing Area
Area 57 (Indian Ocean, Eastern)
Exclusive Economic Zones
Country 
Indonesia
Geographic Scope 
FMA 573
Country 
Indonesia
Geographic Scope 
FMA 572
Country Flag of Vessel 
Indonesia
Regional Fisheries Management Organization
IOTC
Landings
Estimated Total FIP Landings 
15,000 metric tons
Estimated Total Fishery Landings 
271,000 metric tons
Landings Date 
December 2023
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FIP at a Glance

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October 01, 2024
54% 46%
Progress Rating (A) Advanced Progress

Reserved for comprehensive FIPs that have achieved a Stage 4 or 5 result within the past 12 months.

(B) Good Progress

A basic FIP that has achieved a Stage 4 or 5 result within 12 months.

(C) Some Recent Progress
  • A FIP that has achieved a Stage 4 or 5 result in more than 12 (but less than 24) months AND has reported a Stage 3 activity within the past six months.
  • A FIP younger than 12 months that has never achieved a Stage 4 or 5 result but has reported a Stage 3 activity within the first 12 months.
(D) Some Past Progress
  • A FIP that has achieved a Stage 4 or 5 result in more than 12 (but less than 24) months BUT has not reported a Stage 3 activity within the past six months.
  • A FIP for which the most recent Stage 4 or 5 result is more than 24 (but less than 36) months old AND a Stage 3 activity has been reported within six months.
  • A FIP 12-36 months old that has never reported a Stage 4 or 5 result AND has reported a Stage 3 activity within the past six months.
(E) Negligible Progress
  • A FIP for which the most recent Stage 4 or 5 result is more than 24 (but less than 36) months old, with no Stage 3 activity reported in the last six months.
  • A FIP younger than 12 months with no Stage 3 activity reported within 12 months.
  • A FIP 12-36 months old that has never reported a Stage 4 or 5 result AND has not reported a Stage 3 activity within the past six months.

The ratings are currently derived by SFP from publicly available data on FIP websites, including FisheryProgress.org, and are determined using the following methodology: View PDF
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Actions Complete

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  • Complete
  • Incomplete
Next Update Due FisheryProgress requires a FIP to provide update reports every six months, and two missed reports will render the FIP inactive. If a report is overdue, this date will appear red.
May 2025
Target End Date
Sep 2029

FIP Leads

Organization Name 
PT Aneka Tuna Indonesia
Organization Type 
Industry
Primary Contact 
Briando
Email 
briando@ati.id
Phone 
+62 812-9807-6542
Website Name 
Aneka Tuna Indonesia
Organization Name 
Independent Consultant
Organization Type 
Consultant
Primary Contact 
Heri
Email 
heri.heri.0780@gmail.com
Phone 
08129545598
Website Name 
Aneka Tuna Indonesia
FIP Identification Number The FIP Identification Number is automatically generated by FisheryProgress when a FIP profile is created. While the number itself is not meaningful, they are used by NGOs, academia, and industry to refer to FIPs in a consistent way.
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