Catch reporting requirements

(1) For the purpose of recording catch and effort data, the operator of a high seas fishing vessel in respect of which a high seas fishing license is issued shall utilize relevant reporting measures as may be prescribed by the Director. (2) In addition to the catch and effort data required to be recorded, the Director may require such additional information to be provided in respect of the fishing operations of a permitted high seas fishing vessel as he may determine to be appropriate for fisheries conservation and management development. (3) The Director may, with the approval of the Registrar, make regulations pursuant to this Act to prescribe additional reporting requirements to achieve the effective management and control of high seas fisheries.