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South Georgia opens license application for 2026 toothfish fisheries

The South Georgia toothfish (Dissostichus eleginoides) fishery is a highly regulated, MSC-certified longline fishery

The Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, GSGSSI has announced the opening of the license application round for the 2026 South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands toothfish fisheries.

 For details on how to apply please contact the Director of Fisheries by email – dof(at)gov.gs

The South Georgia toothfish (Dissostichus eleginoides) fishery is a highly regulated, MSC-certified longline fishery, often operating with a precautionary Total Allowable Catch (TAC) around 2,170 tons. The fishery is managed under CCAMLR regulations, with strict monitoring for bycatch and, uses bottom-set longlines.

 The fishery is specialized and highly targeted to avoid bycatch, with longlines restricted to depths between 700m and 2250m to protect younger fish and vulnerable habitats.