22nd Regular Session of the Scientific Committee

SC22 will review progress on the development and implementation of the FAD logbook data fields, including updates from the FADMO-IWG, and provide feedback to support their finalisation. SC22 will also consider ongoing work to harmonize reporting arrangements, reduce duplication, and explore options for direct transmission of satellite buoy data to the Secretariat and/or SSP. SC22 will further review proposed approaches and timelines, with a view to providing recommendations to the Commission for consideration at WCPFC23.

• The Commission endorsed the proposed FAD logbook data fields under Annex II (WCPFC22-2025-10) as a basis for implementation, while noting the need for continued refinement of FAD design and material classifications. The Commission also tasked FADMO-IWG to further streamline reporting arrangements.