On 23 October 2023, representatives from Yashaswi and Eurasia met with senior officials from MarinTrust during the IFFO event in South Africa. The meeting offered a valuable opportunity to strengthen collaboration and maintain open communication with global leaders in marine ingredient certification and sustainability.
The delegation held discussions with Mr. Francisco, CEO of MarinTrust; Ms. Nicola Clark, Impacts Manager; and Ms. Libby Woodhatch, Co-Chair of MarinTrust. During the session, the Yashaswi and Eurasia teams provided a detailed update on the progress of the Karnataka State Fishery Improvement Project (FIP), highlighting completed assessments and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
This interaction served to reaffirm the commitment of all parties to advancing responsible fishery practices in Karnataka. MarinTrust officials offered constructive feedback and guidance, helping shape the next steps in the FIP journey. The meeting marked an important milestone in maintaining transparency, demonstrating progress, and ensuring alignment with international sustainability standards.