Raet Nasjonalpark – Et tap av liv under havflaten.

The Institute of Marine Research estimates that over 10,000 lost fishing gear items are lying on the seabed in Raet National Park in Agder alone. Among them, approximately 2,500 traps are still actively fishing — often for years — without supervision. This means thousands of animals are constantly caught in so-called ghost gear.

Trapped with No Escape

At any given time, around 6,500 crabs, 2,900 fish, and 500 lobsters are trapped on the seafloor in these lost traps. This places a serious burden on the ecosystem, as many of these animals die without any chance of escape — attracting more prey into a continuous and destructive cycle.

A Shocking Scale

The density of lost gear is highest at depths of 30 to 60 meters, where there are approximately 140 lost gear items per square kilometer — equivalent to one lost item per football field. This paints a stark picture of the scale of the problem and the urgent need for a solution.

TrapSaver™ – A Cost-Free Solution

By using TrapSaver™ as a buoy instead of traditional systems, trap losses can be significantly reduced. With TrapSaver™, a trap can be recovered immediately if it is set too deep or if currents and waves pull it into deeper water.

This can be done without additional equipment or cost — a simple, effective solution for sustainable fishing.

💡 No extra gear. No extra cost. Just a smarter way to fish.