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Almost 37 Tons of Waste: What Mallorca's Cleanup Fleet Really Tells Us

How Mallorca could reduce lost fishing gear

Better labeling and return schemes could reduce lost fishing gear in Mallorca’s waters.

Published: April 22, 2026
Almost 37 Tons of Waste: What Mallorca's Cleanup Fleet Really Tells Us

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What can fishermen in Mallorca do about lost nets and old gear?

Better net labeling, buy-back programs and local return schemes can help reduce the loss of fishing gear. These measures make it easier to identify equipment, hand in damaged items properly and avoid accidental pollution. In Mallorca, that would support both cleaner waters and better management of marine resources.

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