Oman Fisheries Authorities and CLS: A 22-Year Partnership for Sustainable Fisheries Management
- 25 July 2024
- Category: News
For 22 years, Oman’s fisheries authorities, Middle East Scientific Equipment Corporation LLC and CLS have collaborated to promote sustainable fishing practices in Oman.
This long-standing partnership focuses on enhancing the management of Oman’s coastal fisheries, particularly benefiting artisanal and small-scale fishers through innovative technology and comprehensive regulatory frameworks.
Central to this initiative is the implementation of CLS’s NEMO transmitter, a vital tool for monitoring and enforcing sustainability measures.
NEMO: A Solution for Regulatory Compliance
The NEMO beacon, developed by CLS, addresses the specific regulatory needs of Oman’s fisheries. Designed for vessels without onboard electricity, the NEMO beacon ensures precise tracking and monitoring of each boat. This technology is crucial for small-scale and artisanal fishers who often operate with limited resources.
By providing real-time data, the NEMO beacon helps authorities enforce sustainable fishing practices and regulate fishing activities effectively.
To gain a better understanding and vision of fishing activities, precise monitoring of each boat is essential. The NEMO beacon is a practical solution for such applications, especially for boats without onboard electricity. This technology allows for accurate tracking and data collection, enabling authorities to monitor compliance with regulations.
Additionally, the Fisheries Monitoring Center (FMC) THEMIS from CLS aggregates the most complete range of fisheries data, ensuring the highest level of security and compliance with international fisheries regulations.
Collaboration and Partnership
The partnership between Oman’s fisheries authorities and CLS involves engagement with various stakeholders, including government agencies, fishing associations, and international partners. By working together, they aim to protect fishery resources, ensure food security, and promote sustainable development.
The collaboration between Oman’s fisheries authorities and CLS represents a significant advancement in sustainable fisheries management. The implementation of NEMO on the artisanal fishing vessels is a game-changer for small-scale and artisanal fishers, providing the tools needed to monitor and regulate fishing activities effectively.
Our partnership with Middle East Scientific Equipment Corporation LLC (MESECLLC), represented by Umesh Chauhan, has been crucial in establishing a robust presence in Oman. Through comprehensive regulatory frameworks, ecosystem-based approaches, and extensive data collection, this partnership aims to protect Oman’s valuable fishery resources and support sustainable development. By promoting sustainable practices and raising awareness, Oman is taking a leading role in ensuring the long-term sustainability of its fisheries and the well-being of its coastal communities.