 | Main function |  | |
| The International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas is responsible for the conservation of tunas and tuna-like species in the Atlantic Ocean and adjacent seas. About 30 species are of direct concern to ICCAT. |
| Objectives | | |
In order to carry out the objectives of the Convention the Commission is responsible for:- compiling fishery statistics from its members and from all entities fishing for these species in the Atlantic Ocean;
- coordinating research, including stock assessment, on behalf of its members;
- developing scientific-based management advice;
- providing a mechanism for contracting parties to agree on management measures; and
- producing relevant publications.
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| Convention Area | | |
Atlantic Ocean and adjacent seas
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| Legal Framework | | |
Established by the International Convention for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas, signed in Rio de Janeiro, on 14 May 1966 and entered into force on 21 March 1969. The Convention was amended in 1984 and 1992. |
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