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Reducing Impact of Trawlers in Moreton Bay |
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This project aimed to develop, manufacture and trial a set of "Batwing" boards - a device fitted to a vessel which can greatly reduce contact of trawl gear with the sea floor, thus reducing disturbance, bycatch and fuel consumption.
Timeframe
January 2008 - June 2009 Project Team
Linda Cupitt, Sam Stone, Dr. David Sterling
Project Objectives - Design and manufacture of a set of "Batwing" boards suitable for trawlers of Moreton Bay
- Conduct sea trials on a trawler in Moreton Bay
- Promote outcomes of the trial, triple bottom-line benefits and potential for widespread adoption.
Funding Partner
Natural Heritage Trust Envirofund Downloads
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