Asian Fisheries Acoustics Society

The 18th Annual Meeting of
Asian Fisheries Acoustics Society,

AFAS 2025
THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON UNDERWATER ACOUSTIC TECHNOLOGY AND
EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES IN ASIA
NOVEMBER 2-5, 2025
Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Kaohsiung Exhibition Center
HOSTED by National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology

THEME & TOPICS

Since its establishment in Dalian, China, in 2007, the Asian Fisheries Acoustics Society (AFAS) has successfully organized 17 annual conferences under “The International Conference on Underwater Acoustic Technology and Education for Sustainable Fisheries in Asia.” These conferences have played a pivotal role in promoting the advancement and dissemination of fisheries acoustics across Asia.

The 17th AFAS annual meeting in Nagasaki, Japan, continued the tradition of fostering knowledge exchange among Asian scientists. The central mission throughout these gatherings has been to facilitate collaboration and share expertise in marine science and technology, particularly on fisheries acoustics.

The 18th annual meeting of AFAS will take place in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, from November 2nd to 5th, 2025. The organizing committee welcomes oral and poster presentations and encourages active dialogue on four special thematic areas. Scientists, researchers, industry professionals, and manufacturers engaged in fisheries acoustics and related fields are cordially invited to participate and contribute to this meaningful exchange of ideas.

STEERING COMMITTEE

  • Prof. Jen-Ming LIU
    (Chairperson)
    National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
  • Prof. Tohru MUKAI
    (President of AFAS)
    Hokkaido University, Japan
  • Dr. Kouichi SAWADA
    (Vice President of AFAS)
    Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency (FRA), Japan
  • Prof. Doo-Jin HWANG
    (Vice President of AFAS)
    Chonnam National University, Korea
  • Prof. Kazuo AMAKASU
    Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
  • Prof. Hsueh-Jung LU
    National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan

CALL FOR PAPERS

The deadline for abstract submission is 1st September 2025

  1. Acoustic Technology

    New or advanced technologies in fisheries acoustics

  2. Theory and Target Strength

    Theoretical studies or practical issues on fisheries acoustics, including target strength

  3. Echo Survey and Ecosystem Monitoring

    Research methodology or the evaluation of the acoustic fisheries survey, and an acoustic study on ecosystem monitoring

  4. Acoustics in Marine Ranch and Freshwater
  5. Acoustics in Offshore Wind Power and Next-generation Aquaculture
  6. Sustainability of Fisheries
  7. Other

ABSTRACT FORMAT

Size
One page (A4 paper size).
Margin
Top 30 mm, bottom/left/right 25 mm.
Font
Times New Roman, 12 point.
Title
13 point font size, bold and align center.
Text Size
[Author(s), Affiliation(s), and Address(es)] 11 point, align center.[Text] 12 point, single space and fully justified.[Keyword] 12 point in one line volume at maximum.

AFAS AWARD

The AFAS award was established in 2012. "Young Fisheries Acoustician Award" is given to a fishery’s acoustic researcher under 40 for their excellent presentation. The "Student Best Presentation Awards" are given to students for their best presentation. In your abstract, please indicate that you are an entrant for these awards.

Presentation

  • The contributed papers will be selected for oral or poster presentations.
  • The language of the conference will be English.
  • Each oral presenter will be given 15 minutes.
  • The maximum size for poster presentation is 120 x 90 cm.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

All participants should complete the Registration Form and send it to the meeting secretariat by E-mail by 30th September 2025. Registration Fees

REGISTRATION FEE

Non Student
USD 250 (NTD7,500)
Student
USD 150 (NTD4,500)
Walk-in
USD 300 (NTD9,000)
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LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

  • Prof. Jen-Ming LIU
    (Chairperson)
    National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology
  • Associate Prof. Po-Yuk SO
    (Co-Chairperson)
    National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology
  • Prof. Ming-Cheng TSOU
    National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology
  • Prof. Hsueh-Jung LU
    National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan

MEETING SECRETARIAT

For further information, please contact the meeting secretariat:

Associate Prof. Po-Yuk, SO(Co-Chairperson)
No.142 Haijhuan Rd., Nanzih Dish., Kaohsiung City 81157,Taiwan
Tel :+886-966530023
Email: sally811@nkust.edu.tw

ACCESS

There are two main airport options for traveling to the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, whether coming from overseas or within Taiwan:

First:
Via Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), Taiwan – From the airport, take the Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) to Kaohsiung, which takes approximately one hour.
Second:
Via Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), Taiwan – From the airport, take the Kaohsiung MRT, which takes about 20 minutes to reach the exhibition center.
Map of Taiwan showing Taoyuan International Airport in the north and Kaohsiung International Airport in the south.

ACCOMMODATIONS

There are various accommodation options near the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, ranging from luxury hotels to budget-friendly hostels.

Many hotels are within walking distance or a short MRT ride from the venue. Popular nearby areas include the Sanduo Shopping District and Central Park, which offer convenient access to both transportation and dining.