Staff of Pelagikos

Protecting Marine Resources, Sustaining Livelihoods

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Name: Steve Creech

Designation: Executive Director

Qualifications / Experience: Steve has a Bachelor’s degree in marine biology and freshwater pollution ecology (1986) and a doctorate in fish ecology (1990). He has spent more than 35 years trying to understand and solve fisheries management issues and marine conservation concerns with fishing communities, government authorities, non-government organisations, consultancies, bilateral donors and multiday lateral agencies in India, Indonesia, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Steve is based in our office in

     
Email: [email protected] Mobile: 00 (94) 77 35 83 135 Download Steve’s CV here
 

T. Sutharsan

Regional Coordinator - Northern Province

Qualifications / Experience: Sutharsan has worked with pelagikos since 2014. He is responsible for coordinating pelagikos programmes with fishing communities and the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources' Fisheries District Offices in Kilinochchi, Jaffna and Mullaithivu. Sutharsan's work includes implementing the blue swimming crab fisheries project, actions to deter illegal fishing by Tamil Nadu and Sri Lankan trawlers, coastal fisheries assessments and conservation outreach programmes. Sutharsan is based in our regional office in Jaffna Town.

     
Email: [email protected] Mobile: 00 (94) 77 35 83 135 Download Sutharan’s CV here
 

Our Approach & Methodology

Pelagikos begins with evidence-based assessment, analyzing fisheries, ecosystems and community needs to design practical and sustainable management strategies.

We implement solutions collaboratively with communities, industry, and government, ensuring compliance, monitoring, and long-term conservation impact.

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Key focus

Pelagikos focuses on sustainable fisheries management, protecting marine biodiversity, and preventing illegal fishing, ensuring responsible use of Sri Lanka’s coastal, offshore, and high-seas resources.

  • Sustainable Fisheries Management
  • Conservation & Protection.
  • Compliance & Illegal Fishing Prevention

Expertise in Marine Fishery

Pelagikos offers expert guidance on managing Sri Lanka’s marine fisheries, blending scientific research, community collaboration, and policy support to promote sustainable practices.

  • Sustainable management of all marine fisheries
  • Protection of marine biodiversity
  • Combatting illegal and unregulated fishing

Frequently asked questions

What services does Pelagikos provide for Sri Lanka’s fisheries?

Pelagikos offers expert guidance on fisheries management, marine conservation, policy support, and sustainable seafood practices across coastal, offshore, and high-seas fisheries.

How does Pelagikos support sustainable seafood and marine conservation?

We promote responsible fishing practices, protect marine biodiversity, develop marine protected areas, and reduce the impact of fishing on endangered and protected species.

Which communities and organizations does Pelagikos collaborate with?

Pelagikos works closely with fishing communities, seafood exporters, government agencies, and non-government organizations to improve fisheries management and ensure sustainability.

What is the current status of Sri Lanka’s marine fisheries?

Sri Lanka’s marine fisheries include coastal, offshore, and high-seas sectors, supporting thousands of fishermen while facing challenges like overfishing and ecosystem pressures.

Why is marine conservation important for Sri Lanka?

Marine conservation ensures sustainable fish stocks, protects biodiversity, and supports livelihoods, while maintaining the health of coastal and offshore ecosystems.
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