OCEARCH is a non-profit organization with a global reach for unprecedented research on the ocean’s giant
OCEARCH works around the globe to champion the social, economic, and environmental benefits of sustainable fisheries management; protect and encourage sportfishing access as a key catalyst of conservation; support efforts which identify, reduce, and prevent the occurrence of marine debris; and advance ocean research and education.
We believe in a balanced, science-based approach to rebuild, sustain, and conserve our living marine resources. Working with Heads of State, policy makers and conservation organizations in the United States and abroad on ocean-based environmental issues OCEARCH’s cooperative approach focuses on results.
OCEARCH facilitates unprecedented research by supporting leading researchers and institutions seeking to attain groundbreaking data on the biology and health of sharks, in conjunction with basic research on shark life history and migration. The researchers we support work aboard the M/V OCEARCH, a unique 126’ vessel equipped with a custom 75,000 hydraulic lift and research platform, which serves as both mothership and at-sea laboratory.
Illex Squid Landings Surpass 150,000 Tons in Argentina Argentina
With a stable season and rising market prices, Illex cements its role amid global shortages of other squid species
The 2025 fishing season for Argentine shortfin squid (Illex argentinus) is showing s...
British Seafood Takes Off in South Korea, Fueled by Mackerel Boom South Korea
Surge Driven by New Mackerel Trade and FTA Benefits, Reshaping Market Dynamics Despite Average Price Drop
SEOUL – United Kingdom seafood exports to South Korea have experienced an extraord...
Coastal Waters Losing Acidity Buffer Due to Climate Change Norway
Warmer, wetter winters lead to increased freshwater runoff, weakening the ocean's natural ability to neutralize carbon dioxide and causing faster acidification along coastlines, according to research ...