FIP Name

Taiwan Hsin-Kang Mahi Mahi Longline FIP

FIP Identification Number

#3151

FIP Description

Taiwan Hsin-Kang Mahi-Mahi FIP was initiated by Hsin-Kang Fishermen Association, processing industry and frozen seafood industry in June 2015, followed by the participations from Su-Ao Fishermen Association and Tung-Kang Fishermen Association in 2016. The objective of the FIP is to conserve the resources of mahi mahi that has an influence on fishermen’s livelihoods, in order to ensure the sustainable development of mahi mahi fishery and work towards Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification by 2029.

Start and Projected End Dates

June 2015 ~ March 2029

Species

Scientific Name: Coryphaena hippurus

Common Names：Mahi mahi, Dolphin fish

Gear Type

Longline (LL)

Location

Taiwan EEZ and the High Seas of the Pacific Ocean

Number of registered vessels

188

FIP at a Glance