An Ocean Warrior Consultancy
At An Ocean Warrior, we’re passionate about making marine science and ocean conservation accessible to everyone. We believe that removing the barriers to communication between policymakers, regulators, fishermen, the fishing industry, scientists, marine energy, marine aquaculture and the general public allows for the development of practical, lasting solutions.
Utilising our expertise and skill set we empower people and projects with the marine knowledge they need. An Ocean Warrior consultancy provides specialist scientific services and actionable solutions that meet both the needs of the client as well as the ocean. We utilise a lens that considers the intricate web of the entire ecosystem over individual parts and are dedicated to preserving and promoting marine biodiversity alongside sustainable fisheries and ocean-conscious marine energy. Our approach harmonises the latest innovations with a wealth of expertise drawn from collaboration with scientific minds, marine conservationists and seasoned fishermen.
With a deep-rooted understanding of both the interconnectedness of marine life and the intricacies of the commercial fishing industry, we strive to implement forward-thinking strategies that safeguard the marine environment for current and future generations as well as bolster coastal communities.
Dive into the realm of marine conservation, ocean science and sustainable fisheries management with a seasoned marine biologist fueled by an unwavering passion for the sustainability of the oceans. We are a trusted source of objective advice and scientific support on marine conservation and commercial fisheries issues.
An Ocean Warrior consultancy has provided deliverables for sustainable fisheries management, regenerative fisheries and aquaculture, sustainable marine aquaculture, ocean and community-conscious marine energy, and marine conservation projects.
Please contact us on the form if you’d like to discuss working with us, we’ve included a list of services below (list is not exhaustive). We look forward to hearing from you!
Services
Fishing Industry Representative (FIR) – Celtic Sea, English Channel (Cornwall-based fisheries especially)
Having a trusted, local Fishing industry representative, makes a tangible difference to marine projects. An Ocean Warrior consultancy acts as a reliable single point of contact for fishing communities, providing an exceptional communication chain and is trusted to provide an accurate, unbiased view of the fisheries operating out of Cornwall.
– Regular liaison with fisheries stakeholders, building relationships where required and disseminating relevant project information to fishermen in a timely and inclusive manner
– Dissemination of updated project information in a variety of forms
– Representation of fishing industry perspectives and needs
– Support to projects and vessels during survey/construction phases, including engagement with non-cooperating vessels
– Conflict reduction through active stakeholder engagement
– Local fishing activity reports and identification of sensitive and/or important fisheries areas
– Input to Environmental Impact Assessments, including mitigation measures
– Collaboration with CFLOs for clear communication lines
– Support with fisheries disruption plans and compensation negotiations
– Communication tailored to audience across various mediums and forums
– Extensive knowledge of UK fishing sector, especially within Cornwall, including but not limited to fishermen, processors, fish markets, fishmongers, harbours, marine regulators and conservation groups
Fishermen/Fisheries representative
An Ocean Warrior Consultancy actively supports fishermen-led management and champions the voices of coastal communities. We offer flexible, expert support to fishermen, fisheries organisations, processors, markets, and other stakeholders.
– Literature reviews and gap analysis
– Feasibility studies
– Grant fund applications, from personal proposals to community scale
– Support for setup of fisheries CICs
– National and international representation
– Creation of a wide range of content, scientific reports, articles, policy briefs, fact sheets, blogs, social posts, marketing packs, fisheries illustrations and animations
– Delivery of fisheries conservation projects, aiding with initial project development through to successful completion
– Scientific research focused on inshore fisheries, with accessible outputs, such as workshops, video updates, blogs, articles, infographics etc
– Representation and support at meetings with regulators, conservation groups, and marine projects
– Attendance and speaking at industry events, workshops, meetings and conferences
Marine biology
Becki is a marine biologist and has a BSc in Marine and Freshwater biology and an MSc in Applied Marine Science.
Her expertise includes:
– Extensive knowledge of marine ecosystems, fisheries ecology, (including feeding, reproduction and mortality) fisheries and ecosystem management, coastal protection and applied marine science
– Extensive knowledge and experience of UK marine legislation and fisheries regulations. Highly experienced in fisheries management concepts, including marine protected areas, marine licensing, fisheries restricted areas, quota and effort management, age and growth methods and maximum sustainable yields
– Able to communicate information and ideas in an appropriate written, verbal or visual format, tailoring it to academic, specialist, and non-specialist audiences
– Commercial fisheries industry experience, worked routinely with fishing vessels from a few metre to 36m, gears and methods used by the UK commercial fishing fleet
– Can identify over 50 species of fish routinely caught and landed in the UK
– Extensive knowledge and experience working with Cornish commercial fisheries
– Capable of delivering marine ecology, fisheries, and intertidal surveys, eDNA surveys, age and growth studies, stock assessments both desk based and sampling, landings analysis
– Extensive technical knowledge of various coastal habitats and species, used to inform assessments on the marine environment, including but not limited to commercial fisheries disruption strategies, commercial fisheries baseline studies, environmental impact assessments (EIA), water framework directive assessments, marine conservation zone assessments (MCZ) and habitats regulations assessments (HRA)
Marine regulation
– Comprehensive knowledge and experience of marine regulations and requirements for commercial fisheries, marine enforcement, marine research, marine energy and marine aquaculture projects.
– Experienced in navigating the Marine Management Organisation and Crown Estate, marine licensing systems and requirements.
*This list is not intended to be exhaustive, all services are tailored to project needs and developed in collaboration
Knowledge and experience
An Ocean Warrior was founded by marine biologist Becki Jarvis, who brings 14+ years of experience in marine and nature conservation, marine regulation and enforcement, and commercial fisheries management. She’s worked with Surfers Against Sewage, The Wildlife Trusts, and the RSPB, and has spent the last five years with the Cornish fishing industry, working across regulation, enforcement, fisheries management, fisheries science and stakeholder engagement and fisheries representation.
Becki is well known among Cornish fishing communities, especially at Mevagissey and Newlyn, where she’s built strong, lasting relationships. While working for the Marine Management Organisation, she directly supported the fishing industry before, during and post-EU-Exit, engaging fishermen and marine stakeholders during landings, drop-in sessions, workshops and presentations. Playing a key role in delivering parts of the Fisheries Act 2020, supporting industry transition through EU Exit.
Becki stays on top of fisheries policy and industry concerns by attending Fisheries Management Plan meetings and MMO workshops, All-Party Parliamentary Group on Fisheries workshops, and marine conferences. She participates in national marine and fisheries forums, and keeps up with ‘Fishing News’ and fisheries innovation. Her experience in enforcement gives her a rare, balanced perspective on how regulations affect fishermen and ocean conservation in practice. She’s trusted for her clarity, integrity, and deep understanding of UK marine law.
Throughout her work, Becki has met countless fishermen with valuable knowledge, which is too often being overlooked in decision-making. An Ocean Warrior believes this experience is a critical resource. We support management approaches that start with fishermen’s voices, not as an afterthought but as a foundation for change.
‘The fishing industry shows a clear willingness to voluntarily contribute data and experiential knowledge, but there is little evidence that current institutional frameworks for science and management are receptive and equipped to accommodate such contributions. Current approaches to producing knowledge in support of fisheries management need critical re-evaluation, including the contributions that industry can make.’ Steins et al, 2022
At An Ocean Warrior, we’re committed to improving communication between fishermen, scientists, policymakers, and the public—so that the knowledge of those who use, live and work at sea is finally given the value it deserves.