Introduction
Fishing is done in numerous ways depending on the location where it is being done. There are basically two types of fishing - deep sea fishing and fresh water
fishing. Fishing vessels are used in water bodies such as sea, rivers
and even lakes. Fishing is not only done for consumption and commercial
purposes but also for recreational purposes. Fishermen through out the world use fishing vessels according to the size and the type of the catch required.
Deep
sea fishing is not an easy task as it requires specialized equipments
and storage facilities. Also, some of the species are found only in
particular areas which are often under the influence of bad weather.
Fishermen have to perform arduous and dangerous tasks to get the desired type of fish.
In
this article we will have a look at the main types of fishing vessels
that are being used around the world and what are their specifications?
Fishing vessels are indispensable to maritime operations. They fulfil
a vital need of reconciling demand with supply in the fisheries sector
so much so that in their absence, a very simple yet equally essential
activity would come to a standstill.
As is in any domain, even in the aspect of fishing boats, various
evolutionary methodologies have come to be adopted over the course of
time. Presently there are numerous types of fishing vessels that are in
operation in the maritime industry, each with a purposeful quality
unique to its own. The following classification is based upon the "International Standard Statistical Classification of Fishery Vessels (ISSCFV) by GRT Categories". Some of these variances of fishing vessels can be
elaborated as follows:
1. Trawlers.
- Beam trawlers
- Otter trawlers
- Pair trawlers
- Side trawlers
- Stern trawlers
- Outrigger trawlers
- Freezer trawlers
- Wet-fish trawlers
2. Seiners
- American seiners
- European seiners
- Drum seiners
- Purse seiners
- Seine netters
- Tuna Purse seiners
3. Dredgers
4. Gillneters.
- Side netters
- Lift netters
5. Line vessels
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6. Trap setters |
7. Trawler-purse seiners |
8. Handliners |
9. Multipurpose vessels |