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International trade · 21/01/2010Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

Revised Vessel Identification Requirements for U.S. Pelagic Fisheries in the Western Pacific Ocean

Summary

The U.S. government has revised its vessel identification requirements for fishing vessels in the western and central Pacific Ocean to align with international standards, requiring vessels to display their International Telecommunication Union Radio Call Sign or their official number preceded by 'USA '.

Original source language: Federal Register — Department of CommerceOpen original release →

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