Reducing seabed impact/greenhouse emissions of trawlers in Moreton Bay.
Project Managers/ Authors
Dave Sterling; Sam Stone; Linda Cupitt
Timeframe
January 2008 – June 2010
Project Objectives
Design and manufacture a set of ‘Batwing’ trawl boards suitable for Moreton Bay trawlers. ‘Batwing’ boards can greatly reduce contact of trawl gear with the sea floor – reducing disturbance, bycatch and fuel consumption;
Boards to be trialled on-board Moreton Bay trawler;
Promotion of outcomes of the trial, the triple bottom-line benefits and potential for widespread industry adoption.
Project Report
Funded by
Natural Heritage Trust (NHT) Envirofund
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