
Digital Surveillance Is Reshaping Indonesia's Fisheries Enforcement System
Indonesia has integrated Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) data, satellite remote sensing, and geospatial analysis to build a digital maritime fisheries surveillance network. By early 2026, 9,394 fishing vessels were enrolled in VMS. In 2025, authorities issued 2,550 administrative penalties, while Q1 2026 alone tracked 14,571 vessels and identified 491 suspected violations. The shift marks a broader move from reactive patrol-based enforcement toward predictive, data-driven maritime governance.
Source: IEEE Spectrum









