Government of Jamaica
- Date: January- March 2024
- Category: Statistical
Quarterly Statistics Report Volume 3: Issue 2 July – September 2024
Fishing vessels in Jamaica are a cornerstone of the fishing industry, impacting economic stability, cultural
identity, and food security. Balancing traditional practices with modern sustainable fishing techniques is
essential for the future viability of Jamaica’s fisheries sector. Continued investment in infrastructure, training,
and sustainable practices will help enhance the overall effectiveness and sustainability of the fishing vessel
fleet in Jamaica.
Figure 2 indicates a 115% decrease in new vessel licences issued in October 2024/25 compared to October
2023/24 (from 56 to 26). In November 2024/25, there was a 58% increase (from 24 to 38) compared to the
previous year. Conversely, December 2024/25 saw a 26% increase in new licences issued, rising from 35 to 44.
Overall, Q3 2024/25 experienced a decline compared to Q2 2024/25 and YoY Q3 2023/24, of 1% and 6%
respectively
In Q3 2024/25, renewed vessel licenses showed mixed results in Figure 1: October saw a 10% decrease (142
to 128), and November recorded a significant increase of 106% (101 to 208) compared to the previous year.
Additionally, December experienced a 15% increase (130 to 149) year-over-year. Overall, Q3 2024/25 recorded
a 30% increase compared to Q2 2024/25 and YoY Q3 2023/24.
