Data sharing in the fisheries: Exploring the willingness to share data in the Norwegian fishing fleet

IF 3.5 2区社会学 Q2 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Marine Policy Pub Date : 2025-02-12 DOI:10.1016/j.marpol.2025.106620

Signe A. Sønvisen , Grethe Lilleng , Tore Syversen , Dorthea Mathilde Kristin Vatn

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Abstract

This study examines the motivations and barriers to data sharing in the Norwegian fishing fleet, where data-sharing practices are increasingly recognized for their potential benefits for both business and resource management. Based on semi-structured interviews and an online survey of Norwegian fishers, findings reveal widespread reluctance among fishers to share data openly due to fears of loss of competitive advantage, free-riding, congestion and conflicts on fishing grounds, and overharvesting. However, conditions such as trust in the system, reciprocal data exchange, anonymity, publication delays, and restricted access to data were identified as critical balancing factors for fostering willingness to share data. While some fishers recognize the benefits of data sharing, particularly for compliance and knowledge transfer, concerns about power imbalances and the inequitable distribution of benefits persist. This study underscores the need for tailored initiatives that address fishers' diverse needs and contexts, balancing transparency with privacy and promoting trust.

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渔业数据共享：探索挪威渔船队共享数据的意愿

本研究考察了挪威渔船数据共享的动机和障碍，数据共享实践因其对商业和资源管理的潜在好处而日益得到认可。基于对挪威渔民的半结构化访谈和在线调查，调查结果显示，由于担心失去竞争优势、搭便车、渔场拥堵和冲突以及过度捕捞，渔民普遍不愿公开分享数据。然而，诸如对系统的信任、互惠数据交换、匿名、发布延迟和对数据的限制访问等条件被确定为促进共享数据意愿的关键平衡因素。虽然一些渔民认识到数据共享的好处，特别是在合规和知识转移方面，但对权力不平衡和利益分配不公平的担忧仍然存在。这项研究强调，有必要针对渔民的不同需求和情况制定量身定制的举措，平衡透明度与隐私，促进信任。

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Marine Policy Multiple-

CiteScore

7.60

自引率

13.20%

发文量

428

期刊介绍： Marine Policy is the leading journal of ocean policy studies. It offers researchers, analysts and policy makers a unique combination of analyses in the principal social science disciplines relevant to the formulation of marine policy. Major articles are contributed by specialists in marine affairs, including marine economists and marine resource managers, political scientists, marine scientists, international lawyers, geographers and anthropologists. Drawing on their expertise and research, the journal covers: international, regional and national marine policies; institutional arrangements for the management and regulation of marine activities, including fisheries and shipping; conflict resolution; marine pollution and environment; conservation and use of marine resources. Regular features of Marine Policy include research reports, conference reports and reports on current developments to keep readers up-to-date with the latest developments and research in ocean affairs.