The AFMA Commission determined the commercial catch limits for the Eastern Tuna and Billfish Fishery on 11 February 2011.

Catch limits will apply to the major species in the fishery (Albacore Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Broadbill Swordfish, Striped Marlin, and Yellowfin Tuna) will be subject to direct catch limits.

The catch limits for the species are as follows.

Species TACC (tonnes)

  • Albacore Tuna - 2,500
  • Bigeye Tuna - 1,056
  • Broadbill Swordfish - 1,550
  • Striped Marlin - 390
  • Yellowfin Tuna - 2,200