Surveys in the Isle of Man territorial sea

Survey Details

AFBI herring acoustic survey - 24 to 30 September 2018

AFBI herring acoustic survey - 27 August to 15 September 2018

AFBI Nephrops Assessment survey permit - 30 July to 9 August & 20-24 August 2018

AFBI queen scallop survey – 25 June to 5 July 2018

Bangor Industry Scallop Survey at Targets - 4 to 7 June 2018

AFBI MIK net survey – 20 May to 10 June 2018

Bangor IOM 2018 Scallop Survey – 5 April to 18 April 2018

AFBI cod tagging survey – 26 February - 18 April 2018

AFBI groundfish survey – 5-27 March 2018

Ramsey Bay Scallop Fishery 6 to 20 December 2017

How do I undertake a survey in the Isle of Man territorial sea?

If you wish to carry out scientific survey work in the Isle of Man's territorial sea, you will need to obtain permission and a Scientific Permit to carry out the work. Please read the procedure for this. In particular, please note that outline details of proposed survey work is required 30 days in advance, with full details provided at least 14 days in advance.

Details of any survey work which might affect fishing activity will be provided on this page. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Fisheries Directorate on +44 1624 685837.