The GAP2 Exchange: Steven Mackinson

As GAP2 fishermen, scientists and policy makers travel around the world to learn more about successful collaboration, you can follow their progress by reading their blogs. And if you want to get involved yourself – find out more the GAP2 Exchange here.

Steve Mackinson

  • Fisheries scientist with 16 years experience and coordinator of GAP1 and GAP2.
  • Works with stakeholders to develop long-term fisheries management plans based on an ecosystem approach.
  • Email: steve.mackinson@cefas.co.uk

Steve is moving to New Zealand for six months to spend time with the Seafood Industry Council (SeaFIC). Steve wants to better understand how the Council successfully brings scientists and fishermen together, through promoting industry’s involvement in research, data analysis and policy advice.


Steven Mackinson’s Blog: Lessons learned from New Zealand

On coming to the end of his GAP2 exchange 5 month stay in New Zealand, Steve Mackinson reflects on what Europe can learn from the other side of the world.

May 2013
Steve Mackinson’s blog: New Slippers

During his New Zealand exchange Steve Mackinson ponders how participatory research can be most fit-for-purpose.

Mar 2013
Steve Mackinson’s Blog: Seabirds and Fishermen

In his work in New Zealand, Gap2 project coordinator, Steve Mackinson has been meeting with Southern Seabird Solutions Trust.

Mar 2013
Steve Mackinson’s Blog: Collaboration on Shark Finning

Steve Mackinson explores how the New Zealand fishing industry, scientists and policy makers are working together on the controversial issue of shark finning.

Feb 2013
Steve Mackinson’s Blog: Thoughts on CFP reform

Thoughts from the GAP2 Coordinator on the latest developments in the Common Fisheries Policy reform process, following the MEP's plenary vote on 6th February.

Feb 2013
Steve Mackinson’s Blog: Rock Lobster

Steve is living in New Zealand for six months to spend time with the Seafood Industry Council (SeaFIC). Steve wants to better understand how the Council successfully brings scientists and fishermen together, through promoting industry’s involvement in research, data analysis …

Feb 2013
Steve Mackinson’s Blog: Adrenaline and Participation in NZ

Steve is living in New Zealand for six months to spend time with the Seafood Industry Council (SeaFIC). Steve wants to better understand how the Council successfully brings scientists and fishermen together, through promoting industry’s involvement in research, data analysis …

Jan 2013
Steven Mackinson’s Blog: Happy New Year!

Steve is living in New Zealand for six months to spend time with the Seafood Industry Council (SeaFIC). Steve wants to better understand how the Council successfully brings scientists and fishermen together, through promoting industry’s involvement in research, data analysis …

Jan 2013
Steve Mackinson’s Blog: Windy Wellington

Steve is living in New Zealand for six months to spend time with the Seafood Industry Council (SeaFIC). Steve wants to better understand how the Council successfully brings scientists and fishermen together, through promoting industry’s involvement in research, data analysis …

Dec 2012
Steve Mackinson in New Zealand – what’s it all about?

From December 2012 until May 2013, I’m going to be living and working in New Zealand as part of the GAP2 Exchange Programme. Specifically, I’m going to be working with Dr David Middleton, the Chief Scientist at Seafood New Zealand …

Dec 2012