Vessel Monitoring Program

The Vessel Monitoring Program (VMP) is a system used by fisheries authorities to track the location and activity of commercial fishing boats. Using technologies like satellite-based systems, it provides real-time data on vessel movements, ensuring they follow regulations and sustainable fishing practices. This helps prevent illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, promotes responsible resource management, and supports enforcement efforts. For fishermen, it offers a way to demonstrate compliance, while regulators gain better oversight of fishing efforts across vast and remote areas. Overall, VMP enhances transparency, conservation, and the longevity of fish stocks.