ANNEX XIUNION WATERS IN THE INDIAN OCEAN AND THE WEST ATLANTIC

PART A

1.Baseline mesh sizes for towed gear

The following mesh sizes shall apply in Union waters in the Indian Ocean and the West Atlantic.

Mesh Size

Geographical Areas

Conditions

At least 100 mm

All waters off the coast of the French department of Guyana that come under the sovereignty or jurisdiction of France

None

At least 45 mm

All waters off the coast of the French department of Guyana that come under the sovereignty or jurisdiction of France

Directed fishing for shrimp (Penaeus subtilis, Penaeus brasiliensis, Xiphopenaeus kroyeri).

2.Baseline mesh size for surrounding nets

Mesh Size

Geographical Areas

Conditions

At least 14 mm

Whole area

None

PART BClosed or restricted areas

Restrictions on fishing activities in the 24-mile zone around Mayotte

Vessels shall be prohibited from using any purse-seine on tuna and tuna-like schools of fish within 24 nautical miles of the coast of Mayotte, measured from the baselines from which territorial waters are measured.