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PT SKSA Distributes 600 Sustainable Crab Traps to Support Paciran Fishermen and Meet MMPA-Aligned Standards

by adminapri November 17, 2025 0 comments

Paciran, October 24, 2025 — PT Sumber Kemenangan Sejahtera Abadi (PT SKSA) has strengthened its commitment to sustainable crab fisheries by distributing 600 eco-friendly crab traps (bubu) to fishermen in Paciran, Lamongan – East Java. This initiative supports responsible fishing practices, reduces environmental impact, and enhances compliance with international sustainability requirements.

Promoting Sustainable Crab Fishing Gear in Paciran

The use of crab traps plays an important role in reducing ecological pressure on marine ecosystems. Compared to gillnets, bubu are more selective, help reduce bycatch, and protect sensitive marine habitats.

This program aims to:

Increase adoption of sustainable fishing gear

Improve catch efficiency and product quality

Protect crab populations and coastal ecosystems

Support long-term responsible fisheries management

By introducing crab traps to the supply chain, PT SKSA encourages local fishermen to shift toward fishing practices that are both environmentally friendly and economically beneficial.

Supporting Fishing Gear Transition in Line with MMPA Requirements

This initiative also aligns with global sustainability standards, including principles outlined in the U.S. Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). The transition from nets to crab traps is crucial because: Crab traps significantly reduce the risk of marine mammal entanglement, Sustainable gear helps meet international seafood market requirements, The crab supply chain becomes safer, more compliant, and more competitive.

Through this transformation, PT SKSA contributes to a safer marine environment and helps ensure that Indonesian crab products remain eligible for global export markets.

PT SKSA actively collaborates with local fishermen, coastal communities, and government partners to promote sustainable marine resource management. The distribution of 600 crab traps is part of the company’s broader strategy to support:Stronger community-based fisheries, Better environmental stewardship, Improved supply chain sustainability. These efforts reflect the company’s long-term vision of creating a responsible and resilient coastal economy.

Positive Impacts for Fishermen and the Local Marine Ecosystem. The adoption of sustainable crab traps provides direct benefits to fishermen in Paciran, including: Higher-quality and more consistent crab catches, Reduced environmental impact and healthier marine habitats, Increased potential to meet international sustainability standard, More stable income opportunities in the long run

This gear transition supports both ecological protection and economic improvement for local fishing communities.