The American Tunaboat Association (ATA) is a longstanding organization that represents the owners and operators of the U.S. Pacific tuna purse seine fleet, which is the last distant-water fishing fleet operating under the U.S. flag. Established in 1917, ATA's mission is to ensure the economic viability of the U.S.-flag tuna purse seine fleet by advocating for fair access to international tuna fisheries in the Pacific Ocean.
ATA actively engages in international management bodies and negotiations to develop science-based conservation and management measures for the sustainable management of tuna resources in the Pacific Ocean. By promoting international cooperation and comparable standards, ATA aims to mitigate the impacts of fishing activities on the marine environment and ensure the long-term sustainability of tuna populations.
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