DEDICATED TO THRIVING FISHERIES - NOW AND FOR THE FUTURE

​United Catcher Boats (UCB) is a trade association representing the independent catcher vessel fleet that harvests wild Alaska pollock and Pacific cod in the Bering Sea, Aleutian Islands, and Gulf of Alaska as well as Pacific whiting off the West Coast. Founded in 1993, UCB has long served as a voice for responsible fishing, collaborative science, and sustainable stewardship.
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Our member vessels are multigenerational fishing operations, with deep roots in these waters. Together, we work to ensure that our fisheries remain among the best-managed and most sustainable in the world.

WHAT WE DO

• Advocate for policies that support sustainable fishing, science-based management, and working waterfront communities.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, researchers, and partners to support conservation and innovation.
• Promote the values and practices of our fleet—from safety and compliance to environmental stewardship.​
• ​Collaborative management of the catcher vessel (CV) pollock fleet through the CV Intercooperative Agreement to ensure responsible harvest practices, optimize fleet coordination, and support long-term sustainability of the Bering Sea fishery.

​​We are proud to be part of U.S. fisheries that are built on strong science, strict oversight, and constant innovation. United Catcher Boats (UCB) members operate under rigorous monitoring standards to ensure accountability and sustainability in our fisheries. While some vessels continue to carry human observers, the majority of our catcher vessels now utilize Electronic Monitoring (EM) systems to meet federal requirements. ​This hybrid approach reflects the industry's evolution toward more efficient, technology-driven compliance while maintaining full adherence to monitoring mandates under NOAA and the North Pacific Fishery Management Council.
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UCB is committed to transparency, accountability, and progress. As ocean conditions change, we’re adapting—embracing new technologies and supporting research that ensures the long-term sustainability of Alaska pollock, Pacific cod, Pacific whiting (hake) and the communities that depend on them.