Fishing vessels contribute to marine pollution through waste discharge, fuel/oil leaks, and discarded gear. For example, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority reports that fishing-vessel operations generate plastic waste and rope entanglements, and can release hazardous substances into the ocean.
Learn MoreAccording to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)’s Review of the State of World Marine Fishery Resources 2025, 35.5% of assessed marine fish stocks are classified as overfished (i.e., not biologically sustainable).
Learn MoreOverfishing removes key species that maintain balance in marine ecosystems. Overexploitation of fish is one of the top direct drivers of global biodiversity loss, destabilizing food webs, reducing species richness, and weakening ocean resilience to climate change.
Learn MoreTo support sustainable fishing and protect marine life, you can get involved through:
Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)