CCAMLR Proposes Extended Permit Duration and New Regulations for U.S. Vessels Harvesting Antarctic Marine Living Resources

Summary

The Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR) is proposing a new rule that would extend the duration of permits required for U.S. vessels to participate in the CCAMLR Ecosystem Monitoring Program from 1 year to up to 5 years, and introduce new regulations for the harvesting of Antarctic marine living resources, including the use of an automated vessel monitoring system and the prohibition of the import of certain toothfish species.