Thursday, May 17, 2007

Sharks at risk: scientists say EU shark finning ban ineffective and call for major change

London: A new scientific report published today (17th May) concludes that the EU ban on shark  finning --  slicing off a...

Friday, May 11, 2007

Oceana receives support from Patagonia company to help preserve the world oceans

The grant donated by Patagonia will support Oceana´s efforts to protect the oceans through campaigns to fight pollution and destructive fishing practices.

Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Artic nations “turn up the heat” on protecting the Artic in the face of global warming

The Arctic Council is initiating a report focused on protecting biodiversity and healthy Arctic ecosystems in the face of global warming.

Friday, April 13, 2007

The Commission corroborates Oceana's complaints regarding the use of driftnets in the EU

Oceana has been identifying and documenting the illegal activities of 71 Italian and 37 French driftnetters for two years. In a recent report, the European Commission acknowledged the existence of these vessels and linked them to deficient control measur

Friday, March 2, 2007

The European Union annually provides €1.25 million for the elimination of driftnets in Morocco

The European Union will provide funds for the conversion of the Moroccan drift netting fleet within the framework of the recently ratified fisheries agreement.

Thursday, March 1, 2007

Millions of tons of fish are thrown away at sea each year around the world

Oceana asks the European Commission for a plan to completely eliminate discards.

Tuesday, February 27, 2007

The Spanish Ministry of Fisheries denies Oceana access to the list of boats with licenses to remove fins from sharks

Oceana announces legal action to guarantee the free access to information that is essential for its campaign for the conservation of sharks in Europe.