Global Fishing Watch Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
Global Fishing Watch is an international non-profit focused on advancing ocean sustainability through transparency. Its mapping platform provides free, near real-time visibility into fishing activity worldwide, enabling researchers, policymakers and the public to view or download data and investigate patterns across seas. Founded in 2015 through a collaboration among Oceana, SkyTruth and Google, the organization is based in Washington, DC and operates as a mid-sized nonprofit. Its work is underpinned by research, data and technology partnerships aimed at increasing transparency and supporting sustainable management of marine resources. In June 2026, Global Fishing Watch announced a partnership with the Minderoo Foundation to develop the first global map of fishing activity that encompasses both industrial fleets and small-scale vessels.