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Region:    Africa & Western Indian Ocean

Analysis of economic benefits of shrimp sector sustainability improvements in Coastal East Africa EAfrica

WWF - Project Dates:
December 2013 - March 2014

Description of Project:
WWF commissioned this piece of work recognizing the need for arguments for improved sustainability must make the links that resonate with socio-economic imperatives of people dependent on oceans and coasts, where appropriate in monetary terms.

Services Provided:

Poseidon analysed current fleet sector catches and likely profitability based on stock status for different shrimp stocks and fleet métiers in Coastal East Africa. Models were constructed to demonstrate long-term economic and employment benefits of improved fisheries management.