More of the ocean’s value, at home

PNG’s fisheries span river systems, coastal communities and industrial tuna. NFA explains the industry and its development priorities.

PNG’s fisheries encompass industrial tuna, coastal and reef fisheries, river fishing and aquaculture. The industry serves export markets, domestic food needs and household livelihoods. The National Fisheries Authority identifies tuna as the largest fishery, combining domestic industry development with foreign fishing access arrangements.

Commercial activity includes catching, landing, chilling, processing, canning and exporting fish. Coastal fisheries and inland catches also move through local food markets. Sea cucumber, prawns and other marine products have distinct management and market requirements; they should not be treated as a single unrestricted resource.

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PNG Direct editorial summary · researched 24 October 2026. Original reporting remains with the credited publisher.