FISH Standard achieves SSCI recognition

FISH, a voluntary certification programme focused on labour practices aboard fishing vessels, was benchmarked against the SSCI Social Compliance: At-Sea Operations scope.

“We are very proud to join the handful of programs that have been recognised by SSCI, a principle that helps guide the market towards credible certification programs like FISH,” said Fridrik Fridriksson, chair of the FISH board.

“With labour on fishing vessels an ongoing concern among stakeholders, practical and credible approaches like FISH are needed to help address these concerns.”

SSCI aims to enhance trust in sustainability standards by recognising programmes that meet essential criteria determined by industry stakeholders.

The benchmarking process assesses the certification programme’s standards, management and governance, using 140 criteria to ensure transparency and credibility.

So far, ten fleets, diverse in geography and operations, have achieved FISH Standard for Crew certification.

“SSCI recognition of the FISH Standard for Crew signifies a crucial step towards greater transparency and credibility in the seafood supply chain,” said Didier Bergeret, director of sustainability at the Consumer Goods Forum.

“By benchmarking and recognising robust standards like FISH, we empower businesses and consumers to make informed choices and support genuinely sustainable practices.”