Fernando Moreno Lesevic, former president of the Tuna Chamber, details the work of shipyards and their contribution to Peru's fishing economy.
In recent years, foreign vessels have been an important source for the Peruvian economy, making squid and cuttlefish fishing a crucial link to Asian markets. Currently, the Peruvian artisanal fleet is estimated to consist of over 18,000 vessels. In 2018, aware of the widespread illegality and informality, the Ministry of Production created a System for the Formalization of Artisanal Fishing (Siforpa), to which 4,854 vessels were registered.
The PERU-SIMA agreement (Industrial Marine Services) has the permits to produce modern fishing vessels that enhance the industry and exports of the Peruvian market, generating GPS rental services to comply with entry and port operation guidelines while respecting satellite control to prevent piracy.
Our Peruvian coastline is home to countless marine species, not all of which are part of local or foreign fishing. This is where foreign vessels come into play, engaging in pot fishing activities outside the Peruvian coastline. Fernando Moreno, advisor to the Chinese pot fleet, clarifies that these vessels do not fish within Peruvian waters but rather at the limits of the 200-mile zone. He also explains the main functions of shipyards and all the details regarding the permits and benefits that Peruvian fishing will gain through foreign vessels.

What are shipyards?
Just as there are auto repair shops, shipyards are where boats are repaired and constructed, based on approved plans, purchased plans, or plans developed by the shipyard itself.