New Zealand is an island nation spanning 1000 miles, north to south, in the south Pacific Ocean. It straddles the subtropical convergence zone with cool water marine life in the south and warm summer currents encouraging subtropical species to visit the North Island.

There are a variety of species taken by amateur, Maori and commercial fishers. The largest fisheries are commercial deep water trawl fisheries while, the prime inshore species are highly prized by amateur and customary Maori fishers.

Blue Water Marine Research provides high quality fisheries management advice and marine research solutions to a range of clients, including government, research institutes, charitable trusts, national and regional fisheries organizations.