- Certifier :
- Control Union (UK) Limited
- Certified status :
- Certified
- Certified since :
- 23 Nov 2017
- Certificate expires :
- 20 Jul 2028
Overview
Fisheries are composed of one or more parts, each of which is entitled to receive an MSC certificate. These parts or “units” are defined by their target stock(s), fishing gear type(s) and if relevant vessel type(s), and the fishing fleets or groups of vessels.
When the term “Unit of Certification” is used for fishing units that are in assessment, it refers to the “Unit of Assessment” or “Unit of potential certification”. Expand a status below to view the parts that form this fishery. To check the detailed scope, download the latest certificate or open the Assessments page to get the latest report. Find out more by visiting our page on Fisheries
Catch by Species
| Species | Reported Catch Year | Metric Tonnes |
|---|---|---|
| Albacore tuna (Thunnus alalunga) | 2022 | 1,073 |
| Bigeye tuna (Thunnus obesus) | 2022 | 19 |
| Skipjack tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) | 2022 | 39 |
| Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) | 2022 | 148 |
Information is provided by an independent Conformity Assessment Body as live weight (the weight of species at the time of catch, before processing) and where a fishing season covers multiple years, the end year is given as the reported catch year. Additional information is available in the latest report, see the assessments page.
Market Information
The vessels under the client group deliver 100% of their catches to StarKist factory in Pago Pago under a Tuna Supply Agreement. 100% of the finished products produced from this fish is shipped and sold to the US market.