Abstract: A system for reducing trawl bycatch, the system including at least one light arranged externally of the net to stimulate a phototactic response in the major bycatch species present to reduce entry of such species into the net.

Abstract: A netting arrangement for use in trawling is described. The arrangement includes a grid portion 120 which is desirably collapsible and is formed from a plurality of loops. Each of the loops are provided with four sides, two sides having a substantially rigid nature and being separated from one another by flexible interconnectors. A netting and ramp arrangement is also described wherein the ramp assists in the selective expulsion of juvenile and small fish from the net.

Abstract: The invention relates to a filling ratio indicator for a trawl, Danish seine or a similar towable seine device with a net, comprising a main body arranged to be located on the surface of the net and with attachment devices for attachment to the net. The invention is characterised in that it comprises at least one angle sensor for measuring the angular position of the main body and thereby the angular position of an area of the net in the immediate vicinity of the sensor and a processing unit for providing, based on the said measurement, an indication of the filling ratio of the trawl, Danish seine or seine device. The invention also relates to a method and a system for providing an indication of the filling ratio of a seine device.

Abstract: An apparatus for maintaining an accurate count of multiple species of fish caught by multiple fishermen, the system including an electronic counter, having a face plate comprising a first numerical LCD display; a counter button for increasing the numerical LCD display when the button is struck; a reset button for resetting the numerical LCD display to zero when depressed; a second button for increasing or decreasing the number displayed on the numerical LCD display depending on the part of the second button depressed; at least a second set of numerical LCD display; counter button; and second button for allowing at least two individuals to utilize the counting system during fishing; means for securing the counting system to a fixture on a boat for easy access as fish are caught and being counted; and battery-powered electronics to carry out the functions.