This publication examines the current status of using still and video camera systems, supported by image analysis through artificial intelligence and computer learning systems, to support the work of on-board scientific observers on commercial fishing vessels. This allows observers to increase their ability to improve data collection and reduce risks to personal safety. It also frees up the observers time allowing them to focus on tasks that can not be replaced by technology. The end result is more and better data, collected to know quality standards, that is independent of observer experience.

Use of still and video cameras to record deepwater shark and VME indicator catches by scientific observers was held virtually on 31 August 2021, bringing developers and users together to share innovations in using cameras onboard fishing vessels to assist observers in collecting more and better data. The meeting consisted of 8 presentations and over 120 registered participants from around the world.

Concept Note for the GEF-7 Child Project on "Sustainable Management of Tuna Fisheries and Biodiversity Conservation in the Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction" (the Tuna Project). 

Concept Note for the GEF-7 Child Project on "Deep-sea Fisheries under the Ecosystem Approach" (the DSF Project). 

Concept Note for the GEF-7 Child Project on "Building and Enhancing Sectoral and Cross-Sectoral Capacity to Support Sustainable Resource Use and Biodiversity Conservation in Marine Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction" (the Cross-Sectoral Project).