The Importance of Data Digitization in Sustainable Fisheries Concept

Digitalization of infrastructure and facilities using appropriate technology is an important aspect that should be comprehensively applied and understood by the Indonesian Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), especially in integrating it with the sustainable fisheries concept. In order to implement this integrated 4.0 technology, KKP has even developed the Integrated Fisheries Information Tree (PIPT).

The integration of marine and fisheries data has been regulated in Indonesian Ministerial Regulation No. 67 / Permen-KP / 2017, which governs data standards and electronic dissemination in a single data portal unit. The regulation also governs dynamic data authority, which is managed by a level 1 working unit under the coordination of the Ministry’s Data Unit.

1. E-Log Book, A Form of Technology Utilization to Implement Sustainable Fisheries Concept

Recently, KKP has partnered with the Nature Conservation Foundation of Indonesia (YKAN) to organize an event titled “Socialization of E-Log Book and Crew-Operated Data Recording System (CODRS) for Tuna Fishing” held for tuna fishing vessels in Donggala Regency, Central Sulawesi. This E-log book for fisheries capture is expected to increase the coverage level of vessels by collecting tuna fishery data ranging from types to weights reported by fishermen.

The existence of this E-log book for fishing vessels will certainly be a crucial key in the fisheries data management system in Indonesia, as well as the application of sustainable fisheries concept that manages measurable fish regulations, so that adequate data and information management in the fisheries sector can run smoothly. With the operation of this E-log book, efficient monitoring of data related to the status and stock of fisheries will become the main reference for regulations governing fishing vessel activities.

2. KKP Facilitates Integrated Digital Data Collection and Helps Fishermen Access Various Services

Coordinator of the Monitoring, Analysis, Management, and Resource Allocation of Fish Group of KKP’s PSDI Directorate, Diding Sudira Efendi stated, “With the implementation of E-log book for fishing activities for fishing vessels over 5 GT (gross ton), we at the Fishery Port Technical Implementation Unit of Region I will also be assisted in obtaining fish production data more easily, accurately, and in real-time.”

Diding also announced that the Indonesian government is currently developing a policy transformation scheme for fisheries management by creating measurable fishing regulations based on quotas. Later, the data collected from the ship’s captains in the E-log book will be integrated data containing the utilization of quotas in the Electronic Measurable Fishing Application (e-PIT).

3. Local Heroes and Aruna Hub Help Fishermen Get Closer to Technology

Aruna, which has been inviting coastal communities, especially fishermen, to apply the sustainable fisheries concept by using appropriate technology, highly appreciates KKP’s step in implementing and socializing this E-log book. Moreover, KKP’s move is in line with the implementation of the sustainability concept that must use technology and data to optimize management in the fisheries sector.

In reaching and mobilizing coastal communities in various regions to be involved and implement sustainability insights in fisheries activities, the presence of Aruna Hub and Local Heroes always becomes the front guard. Therefore, KKP must remember to involve community leaders when socializing various activities and policies. Of course, Aruna, as a fisheries company that focuses on improving the living standards of fishermen, will be happy to accept cooperation from KKP if needed to socialize the implementation of technology for fishermen.