Greenpeace: Hoki, Pollock and Patagonian Toothfish (available also as MSC certified) redlisted and off the shelves asap.
21/05/2008Friend of the Sea stricter criteria more in line with environmentalists' requests.
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Redlisted and overexploited North Atlantic cod and haddock fisheries do not pass FoS assessment.
15/05/2008World seafood leader’s application to Friend of the Sea rejected face negative official scientific stock status data.
Read moreSri Lanka deepwater “short-lines” fishery for yellowfin tuna certified FoS sustainable.
20/04/2008First labelled products out in Switzerland and worldwide with the Friend of the Sea logo.
Read moreFoS, Al Gore and international experts support Milan’s bid for Expo 2015 focused on food sustainability
15/02/2008Dr Bray introduced Friend of the Sea sustainable certification scheme to 200 BIE delegates...
Read moreAbout the Label
06/10/2026The Friend of the Sea Label Understand what is behind the label. Make your choice with clearer information. From seafood to omega-3, marine collagen, sunscreen and services connected with the sea, the Friend of the Sea label identifies certification against a specific standard. Behind the label are published requirements, independent assessment and certification information you […]
Read moreUse Our Label
05/10/2026Use Our Label Make your certification visible. Help customers understand what it covers. The Friend of the Sea label connects your certified products or services with the standard they meet. Use it on authorised packaging and communications to give customers clear, recognisable certification information they can check. Whether you are a brand, manufacturer, retailer or […]
Read morePorts
29/09/2026Ports Certification Taking action to reduce emissions, underwater noise and pollution. Managing waste and preventing the spread of invasive species. Supporting marine conservation and involving local communities. Apply for certification Check certification status About the certification Friend of the Sea ports certification assesses defined ports and their operations against requirements for emissions, underwater noise, waste, […]
Read moreScuba Diving
28/09/2026Scuba Diving Certification Protecting reefs and marine life through guided diving, controlled buoyancy and no touching, feeding or collecting wildlife. Managing waste, supporting diver safety and respecting workers’ rights. Apply for certification Check certification status About the certification Friend of the Sea assesses the way diving excursions are delivered, including participant preparation, guide supervision and […]
Read moreSnorkeling
28/09/2026Snorkeling Certification Protecting marine life through small guided groups, minimum viewing distances and no touching, feeding or collecting wildlife. Preventing waste at sea and respecting workers’ rights. Certification for guided snorkeling services, covering group supervision, wildlife encounters and operating practices. Apply for certification Check certification status About the certification Friend of the Sea assesses how […]
Read moreWhale Watching
28/09/2026Whale Shark Watching Certification Keeping minimum distances and limiting group sizes and encounter times. Prohibiting touching, feeding and chasing whale sharks. Training guides, preventing waste at sea and respecting workers’ rights. Apply for certification Check certification status About the certification Friend of the Sea assesses how operators organise encounters with whale sharks. The programme addresses […]
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