11 November 2026

Tanzania’s Deep Sea Fishing Authority Plans US$189,360 Aircraft Hire for EEZ Fisheries Patrols

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African Pilot Newsdesk

Why this article matters
The authority is adding aerial patrols to its work against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing in Tanzania’s offshore waters. Hiring aircraft gives the authority that capability without owning a fleet, and creates a contract opportunity for operators with suitable aircraft.

The service is at planning stage within a financed programme. Publication of the procurement notice is the next step.

Of Interest
- A Tanzanian fisheries authority plans to hire aircraft for offshore aerial patrols.
- The service is financed under a World Bank marine fisheries programme.
- It will be procured through open national bidding.

A fisheries authority in Tanzania plans to hire aircraft for aerial surveillance of the country’s offshore waters, under a World Bank-financed marine fisheries programme.