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Leading conservation NGOs warns major seafood ecolabel is risking its reputation

Leading conservation NGOs warns major seafood ecolabel is risking its reputation

14 June 2022
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IPNLF Welcomes The Green Fish Company, St Helena, as its newest member

IPNLF Welcomes The Green Fish Company, St Helena, as its newest member

2 June 2022
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One Hook, One Line, One Fish at a time -INFOFISH May 2022

One Hook, One Line, One Fish at a time -INFOFISH May 2022

23 May 2022
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Joint Statement on the Conclusion of the 26th Session of the IOTC

Joint Statement on the Conclusion of the 26th Session of the IOTC

20 May 2022
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IPNLF IOTC Position Statement 2022

IPNLF IOTC Position Statement 2022

16 May 2022
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Demand Change: by changing demand

Demand Change: by changing demand

2 May 2022
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Choose Your Tuna 2022

Choose Your Tuna 2022

2 May 2022
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Achieving the world’s first “plastic neutral” fishery in the Azores

Achieving the world’s first “plastic neutral” fishery in the Azores

14 April 2022 3 Replies
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Protected: News from the Maldives #2

Protected: News from the Maldives #2

10 April 2022
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Fish Tales and IPNLF sign 3-year MoU to implement and maintain Indonesia’s first and only pole-and-line Fair Trade certified fishery in Bitung

Fish Tales and IPNLF sign 3-year MoU to implement and maintain Indonesia’s first and only pole-and-line Fair Trade certified fishery in Bitung

23 March 2022
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Turning The Tide on Ocean Plastic Pollution in the Maldives

Turning The Tide on Ocean Plastic Pollution in the Maldives

21 March 2022
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WFO and IPNLF announce strategic partnership

WFO and IPNLF announce strategic partnership

4 March 2022
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International Pole and Line Foundation, Sea Delight, and Prime Seafood announce Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in northeastern Brazil

International Pole and Line Foundation, Sea Delight, and Prime Seafood announce Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in northeastern Brazil

17 February 2022
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Protected: News from the Maldives #1

Protected: News from the Maldives #1

2 February 2022
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IPNLF memperkuat jajaran tata kelolanya dengan menambahkan seorang anggota terkemuka pada Majelis Wali Amanah (Board of Trustees)

IPNLF memperkuat jajaran tata kelolanya dengan menambahkan seorang anggota terkemuka pada Majelis Wali Amanah (Board of Trustees)

1 February 2022
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IPNLF strengthens its governance structures by adding another prominent member to its Board of Trustees

IPNLF strengthens its governance structures by adding another prominent member to its Board of Trustees

31 January 2022
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IPNLF launches it’s Sourcing Transparency Platform (STP) to drive greater transparency in tuna supply chains

IPNLF launches it’s Sourcing Transparency Platform (STP) to drive greater transparency in tuna supply chains

21 January 2022
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IPNLF Statement on WCPFC18 Annual Meeting

IPNLF Statement on WCPFC18 Annual Meeting

29 November 2021
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IPNLF Position Statement 18th Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)

IPNLF Position Statement 18th Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)

26 November 2021
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Change the Future

Change the Future

21 November 2021
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IPNLF launches it’s Sourcing Transparency Platform (STP) to drive greater transparency in tuna supply chains

IPNLF launches it’s Sourcing Transparency Platform (STP) to drive greater transparency in tuna supply chains

21 January 2022
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IPNLF Statement on WCPFC18 Annual Meeting

IPNLF Statement on WCPFC18 Annual Meeting

29 November 2021
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IOTC November Special Session – Joint Position Statement

IOTC November Special Session – Joint Position Statement

19 November 2021
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Small-scale tuna sector push for ‘polluter pays’ principle in Atlantic

Small-scale tuna sector push for ‘polluter pays’ principle in Atlantic

8 November 2021
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Tuna Tales film series premieres in the Azores

Tuna Tales film series premieres in the Azores

12 October 2021
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IPNLF sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the World Cetacean Alliance

IPNLF sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the World Cetacean Alliance

12 October 2021
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IPNLF release their Position Statement on catch allocation for bigeye tuna

IPNLF release their Position Statement on catch allocation for bigeye tuna

31 August 2021
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St Helena leads by example with new Fisheries Bill

St Helena leads by example with new Fisheries Bill

1 August 2021
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IPNLF at the 2021 ‘SSF Open House’: Reimagine Tuna – Leaving No One Behind

IPNLF at the 2021 ‘SSF Open House’: Reimagine Tuna – Leaving No One Behind

22 July 2021
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Cherie Dillon, IPNLF’s St Helena Project Manager, donates safety gear to the Marine Observer Program

Cherie Dillon, IPNLF’s St Helena Project Manager, donates safety gear to the Marine Observer Program

6 July 2021
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Statement from SHARKPROJECT International and International Pole & Line Foundation

Statement from SHARKPROJECT International and International Pole & Line Foundation

4 July 2021
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Too Big To Ignore – Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF) Open House

Too Big To Ignore – Small-Scale Fisheries (SSF) Open House

30 June 2021
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A day in the life of a pole-and-line tuna fisher, Indonesia

A day in the life of a pole-and-line tuna fisher, Indonesia

30 June 2021
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IPNLF release their Position Statement ahead of ICCAT Session

IPNLF release their Position Statement ahead of ICCAT Session

22 June 2021
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JOINT STATEMENT ON THE CONCLUSION OF THE 25TH SESSION OF THE IOTC

JOINT STATEMENT ON THE CONCLUSION OF THE 25TH SESSION OF THE IOTC

14 June 2021
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Joint NGO Statement on the urgency of adopting an interim plan for rebuilding the Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock

Joint NGO Statement on the urgency of adopting an interim plan for rebuilding the Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock

3 June 2021
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IPNLF welcomes two new high-profile additions to its Board of Trustees

IPNLF welcomes two new high-profile additions to its Board of Trustees

2 June 2021
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Joint statement in advance of the 25th Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission

Joint statement in advance of the 25th Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission

20 May 2021
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IPNLF appoints Hawwa Nashfa the role of IPNLF Maldives Program Manager

IPNLF appoints Hawwa Nashfa the role of IPNLF Maldives Program Manager

5 May 2021
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The Big Tuna Debate 24 March, 2021

The Big Tuna Debate 24 March, 2021

15 March 2021
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IPNLF position on IOTC Resolution 19/01 – On an interim plan for rebuilding the Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock in the IOTC area of competence

IPNLF position on IOTC Resolution 19/01 – On an interim plan for rebuilding the Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock in the IOTC area of competence

14 December 2020
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IPNLF announces new Chair of their Board as part of leadership succession plan

IPNLF announces new Chair of their Board as part of leadership succession plan

12 November 2020
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Establishment of CC RUP gives necessary support to small-scale fishers in EU’s outermost regions

Establishment of CC RUP gives necessary support to small-scale fishers in EU’s outermost regions

5 November 2020
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IPNLF and Earthworm Foundation strengthen collaboration in French tuna markets

IPNLF and Earthworm Foundation strengthen collaboration in French tuna markets

22 October 2020
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IPNLF Launch of the Strategic Plan 2020-2025

IPNLF Launch of the Strategic Plan 2020-2025

30 July 2020
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Dr. Paul Medley joins IPNLF’s STAC

Dr. Paul Medley joins IPNLF’s STAC

4 May 2020
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IPNLF strengthens team: We welcome Kama Dean Fitz and Philippine Wouters

IPNLF strengthens team: We welcome Kama Dean Fitz and Philippine Wouters

23 April 2020
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IPNLF welcomes Camerican International

IPNLF welcomes Camerican International

1 April 2020
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New MOU seeks to nurture Maldives’ one-by-one tuna fishing

New MOU seeks to nurture Maldives’ one-by-one tuna fishing

14 February 2020
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Efectos Navales del Atlántico joins the IPNLF supply chain network

Efectos Navales del Atlántico joins the IPNLF supply chain network

5 February 2020
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IPNLF scales up its commitment to rid the oceans of ghost fishing gear

IPNLF scales up its commitment to rid the oceans of ghost fishing gear

3 February 2020
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Eight Indonesian one-by-one tuna fisheries embark upon MSC certification

Eight Indonesian one-by-one tuna fisheries embark upon MSC certification

24 December 2019
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Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic & inclusive management

Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic & inclusive management

3 December 2019
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Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic and inclusive management

Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic and inclusive management

3 December 2019
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Pivotal progress: ICCAT agrees on a rebuilding plan for overfished bigeye tuna

Pivotal progress: ICCAT agrees on a rebuilding plan for overfished bigeye tuna

27 November 2019
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A new era of protection and support begins for Maldives’ tuna

A new era of protection and support begins for Maldives’ tuna

26 November 2019
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It’s time for ICCAT to deliver meaningful change

It’s time for ICCAT to deliver meaningful change

14 November 2019
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IPNLF extends commitment to equitable and sustainable one-by-one tuna supply chains with key management appointments

IPNLF extends commitment to equitable and sustainable one-by-one tuna supply chains with key management appointments

16 October 2019
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IPNLF awarded UNCTAD observer status

IPNLF awarded UNCTAD observer status

10 October 2019
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Seafood Imports joins IPNLF’s supply chain network

Seafood Imports joins IPNLF’s supply chain network

30 September 2019
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Atuneros cañeros de Canarias se unen a la Red de Miembros de la IPNLF

Atuneros cañeros de Canarias se unen a la Red de Miembros de la IPNLF

20 June 2018
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Canary Islands one-by-one tuna fishermen become part of the IPNLF Member network

Canary Islands one-by-one tuna fishermen become part of the IPNLF Member network

20 June 2018
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AP2HI publishes Cooperation Agreement with MMAF

AP2HI publishes Cooperation Agreement with MMAF

11 June 2018
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Major milestone for Maldives as first National Skipper Training Curriculum launched

Major milestone for Maldives as first National Skipper Training Curriculum launched

1 March 2015
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International Pole & Line Foundation gains first member from hospitality industry – Bandos Island Resort & Spa, Maldives

International Pole & Line Foundation gains first member from hospitality industry – Bandos Island Resort & Spa, Maldives

28 October 2014
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IPNLF receives award from Maldives Fishermen’s Association

IPNLF receives award from Maldives Fishermen’s Association

16 June 2014
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IPNLF disappointed by latest IOTC outcomes, urges accelerated progress

IPNLF disappointed by latest IOTC outcomes, urges accelerated progress

26 June 2019
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No time to waste: IPNLF urges IOTC to take immediate action

No time to waste: IPNLF urges IOTC to take immediate action

11 June 2019
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Marking World Oceans Day, 8 June

Marking World Oceans Day, 8 June

7 June 2019
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New alliance for Indonesian one-by-one tuna launches at world’s largest seafood trade show

New alliance for Indonesian one-by-one tuna launches at world’s largest seafood trade show

9 May 2019
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Progress in the Pacific: key updates from WCPFC

Progress in the Pacific: key updates from WCPFC

19 December 2018
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Widespread disappointment from ICCAT: United efforts to rebuild overfished bigeye tuna stock thrown down the drain

Widespread disappointment from ICCAT: United efforts to rebuild overfished bigeye tuna stock thrown down the drain

20 November 2018
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Sebentar lagi akan hadir, pertama di Indonesia, nelayan dengan sertifikat MSC (Marine Stewardship Council)

Sebentar lagi akan hadir, pertama di Indonesia, nelayan dengan sertifikat MSC (Marine Stewardship Council)

6 November 2018
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Indonesia closes in on landmark first MSC-certified fishery

Indonesia closes in on landmark first MSC-certified fishery

1 November 2018
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Hear and nurture – why small-scale fisheries should be prioritised in global supply chains

Hear and nurture – why small-scale fisheries should be prioritised in global supply chains

30 October 2018
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An Atlantic Ocean Tuna Crisis: power-plays, bigeye at risk, and coastal communities stepping up

An Atlantic Ocean Tuna Crisis: power-plays, bigeye at risk, and coastal communities stepping up

19 October 2018
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IPNLF announces withdrawal from Echebastar MSC Certification Process

IPNLF announces withdrawal from Echebastar MSC Certification Process

11 September 2018 2 Replies
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Azores Declaration

Azores Declaration

7 August 2018
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Endorsing the Azores Declaration

Endorsing the Azores Declaration

7 August 2018
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Buyers, brands and retailers unite to empower Indonesia’s one-by-one tuna fisheries

Buyers, brands and retailers unite to empower Indonesia’s one-by-one tuna fisheries

6 June 2018
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Strength in numbers: Team IPNLF convene at SEG2018 to represent one-by-one tuna fisheries

Strength in numbers: Team IPNLF convene at SEG2018 to represent one-by-one tuna fisheries

30 May 2018
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IPNLF position on IOTC Resolution 19/01 – On an interim plan for rebuilding the Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock in the IOTC area of competence

IPNLF position on IOTC Resolution 19/01 – On an interim plan for rebuilding the Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock in the IOTC area of competence

14 December 2020
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IPNLF announces new Chair of their Board as part of leadership succession plan

IPNLF announces new Chair of their Board as part of leadership succession plan

12 November 2020
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Establishment of CC RUP gives necessary support to small-scale fishers in EU’s outermost regions

Establishment of CC RUP gives necessary support to small-scale fishers in EU’s outermost regions

5 November 2020
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IPNLF and Earthworm Foundation strengthen collaboration in French tuna markets

IPNLF and Earthworm Foundation strengthen collaboration in French tuna markets

22 October 2020
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IPNLF Launch of the Strategic Plan 2020-2025

IPNLF Launch of the Strategic Plan 2020-2025

30 July 2020
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Dr. Paul Medley joins IPNLF’s STAC

Dr. Paul Medley joins IPNLF’s STAC

4 May 2020
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IPNLF strengthens team: We welcome Kama Dean Fitz and Philippine Wouters

IPNLF strengthens team: We welcome Kama Dean Fitz and Philippine Wouters

23 April 2020
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IPNLF welcomes Camerican International

IPNLF welcomes Camerican International

1 April 2020
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New MOU seeks to nurture Maldives’ one-by-one tuna fishing

New MOU seeks to nurture Maldives’ one-by-one tuna fishing

14 February 2020
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Efectos Navales del Atlántico joins the IPNLF supply chain network

Efectos Navales del Atlántico joins the IPNLF supply chain network

5 February 2020
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IPNLF scales up its commitment to rid the oceans of ghost fishing gear

IPNLF scales up its commitment to rid the oceans of ghost fishing gear

3 February 2020
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Eight Indonesian one-by-one tuna fisheries embark upon MSC certification

Eight Indonesian one-by-one tuna fisheries embark upon MSC certification

24 December 2019
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Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic & inclusive management

Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic & inclusive management

3 December 2019
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Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic and inclusive management

Accelerate action: Region with the world’s largest tuna fisheries needs robust, holistic and inclusive management

3 December 2019
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Pivotal progress: ICCAT agrees on a rebuilding plan for overfished bigeye tuna

Pivotal progress: ICCAT agrees on a rebuilding plan for overfished bigeye tuna

27 November 2019
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A new era of protection and support begins for Maldives’ tuna

A new era of protection and support begins for Maldives’ tuna

26 November 2019
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It’s time for ICCAT to deliver meaningful change

It’s time for ICCAT to deliver meaningful change

14 November 2019
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IPNLF extends commitment to equitable and sustainable one-by-one tuna supply chains with key management appointments

IPNLF extends commitment to equitable and sustainable one-by-one tuna supply chains with key management appointments

16 October 2019
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IPNLF awarded UNCTAD observer status

IPNLF awarded UNCTAD observer status

10 October 2019
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Seafood Imports joins IPNLF’s supply chain network

Seafood Imports joins IPNLF’s supply chain network

30 September 2019
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Leading conservation NGOs warns major seafood ecolabel is risking its reputation

Leading conservation NGOs warns major seafood ecolabel is risking its reputation

14 June 2022
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IPNLF Welcomes The Green Fish Company, St Helena, as its newest member

IPNLF Welcomes The Green Fish Company, St Helena, as its newest member

2 June 2022
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One Hook, One Line, One Fish at a time -INFOFISH May 2022

One Hook, One Line, One Fish at a time -INFOFISH May 2022

23 May 2022
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Joint Statement on the Conclusion of the 26th Session of the IOTC

Joint Statement on the Conclusion of the 26th Session of the IOTC

20 May 2022
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IPNLF IOTC Position Statement 2022

IPNLF IOTC Position Statement 2022

16 May 2022
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Demand Change: by changing demand

Demand Change: by changing demand

2 May 2022
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Choose Your Tuna 2022

Choose Your Tuna 2022

2 May 2022
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Achieving the world’s first “plastic neutral” fishery in the Azores

Achieving the world’s first “plastic neutral” fishery in the Azores

14 April 2022 3 Replies
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Protected: News from the Maldives #2

Protected: News from the Maldives #2

10 April 2022
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Fish Tales and IPNLF sign 3-year MoU to implement and maintain Indonesia’s first and only pole-and-line Fair Trade certified fishery in Bitung

Fish Tales and IPNLF sign 3-year MoU to implement and maintain Indonesia’s first and only pole-and-line Fair Trade certified fishery in Bitung

23 March 2022
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Turning The Tide on Ocean Plastic Pollution in the Maldives

Turning The Tide on Ocean Plastic Pollution in the Maldives

21 March 2022
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WFO and IPNLF announce strategic partnership

WFO and IPNLF announce strategic partnership

4 March 2022
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International Pole and Line Foundation, Sea Delight, and Prime Seafood announce Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in northeastern Brazil

International Pole and Line Foundation, Sea Delight, and Prime Seafood announce Fishery Improvement Project (FIP) in northeastern Brazil

17 February 2022
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Protected: News from the Maldives #1

Protected: News from the Maldives #1

2 February 2022
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IPNLF memperkuat jajaran tata kelolanya dengan menambahkan seorang anggota terkemuka pada Majelis Wali Amanah (Board of Trustees)

IPNLF memperkuat jajaran tata kelolanya dengan menambahkan seorang anggota terkemuka pada Majelis Wali Amanah (Board of Trustees)

1 February 2022
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IPNLF strengthens its governance structures by adding another prominent member to its Board of Trustees

IPNLF strengthens its governance structures by adding another prominent member to its Board of Trustees

31 January 2022
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IPNLF launches it’s Sourcing Transparency Platform (STP) to drive greater transparency in tuna supply chains

IPNLF launches it’s Sourcing Transparency Platform (STP) to drive greater transparency in tuna supply chains

21 January 2022
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IPNLF Statement on WCPFC18 Annual Meeting

IPNLF Statement on WCPFC18 Annual Meeting

29 November 2021
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IPNLF Position Statement 18th Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)

IPNLF Position Statement 18th Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)

26 November 2021
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Change the Future

Change the Future

21 November 2021
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