What we do -
ARK understands that Antarctic krill is essential for the functioning of the Antarctic ecosystem. As such, our primary goal is to develop practices for the long-term sustainability of the krill fishery and its dependant predators.
ARK participates actively in all CCAMLR-related workshops for the advancement of the krill fishery management, providing insight on fishery operations, research opportunities and limitations. Scientists, CCAMLR delegations and NGOs have emphasized the necessity for more scientific data on krill and the ecosystem. Accordingly, ARK initiatives focus on collecting much-needed data and developing best fishing practices.
In progressing towards stronger cooperation in the whole krill fishing fleet ARK—
provides a hub for education, understanding and outreach of CCAMLR’s ecosystem approach and the scientific requirements for the sustainable management of the krill fishery
promotes the implementation of research initiatives for a sustainable harvest of Antarctic krill
promotes the implementation of best practices in the fishery, including the adoption of 100% observer coverage.
As a result of ARK’s commitment to best practices, being an ARK Member has become a requisite to operate in the South Georgia fishery.
