Amendment of mackerel fishing rules in Cantabrian and Atlantic waters for Asturian vessels in 2026
14 Apr 2026
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Who is affected:
Asturian shipowners and fishermen using methods other than trawling and purse seining
Summary
The mackerel fishing rules are updated for Asturian vessels using fishing methods other than trawling and purse seining in Cantabrian and Atlantic zones. The amendment adjusts provisions established in February 2026.
Detailed analysis
PRO
The General Secretariat of Fisheries amends the resolution of 17 February 2026 that regulated mackerel fishery (Scomber scombrus) in ICES zones 8c and 9a. It affects exclusively vessels with home port in the province of Asturias that use fishing methods other than trawling and purse seining. The amendment may involve c…
Full official title
Resolución de 10 de abril de 2026, de la Secretaría General de Pesca, por la que se modifica la de 17 de febrero de 2026, por la que se establecen disposiciones adicionales de ordenación de la pesquería de la caballa («Scomber scombrus») de las zonas 8c y 9a para los buques de la flota de otras artes distintas al arrastre y cerco con puerto base en la provincia del Principado de Asturias para 2026.