The program is an initiative to support development and implementation of new technological solutions to accommodate the challenges with illegal and unreported fishing.
Norway and the European Union have implemented systems for Real-Time Closures (RTC) in the North Sea and Skagerrak to protect juvenile and small fish.
Some of the coastal fish stocks are under pressure. Regulations ensure that future generations will be able to enjoy fishing for recreation in Norway.
The Fisheries Monitoring Centre (FMC) is the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries' 24/7 operations hub for overseeing the activities of both Norwegian and foreign fishing vessels.
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