Seafood Task Force Appoints Social Compliance Expert Hubert de Bonafos to New Role - Sep '25'25
The Seafood Task Force (STF), a leading trade association driving supply chain transparency in global seafood, has appointed Hubert de Bonafos as a Senior Consultant for the association’s Tuna Program and Works.
Mr. de Bonafos, a seasoned independent consultant with over 20 years of experience in sustainable development, brings extensive cross-industry experience in sustainable development, having worked in forestry, palm oil and natural rubber. His involvement with the STF dates back to 2018, where he has been instrumental in assisting tuna fishery companies with the development and implementation of social audit programs and conducting vessel assessments. His multifaceted background provides a unique perspective on social compliance challenges, which are often similar across complex global supply chains.
STF Executive Director, Martin Thurley said:
"We are delighted to welcome Hubert in this new capacity. His long-standing involvement with the STF and his deep understanding of social compliance issues across various industries will be invaluable. His appointment underscores our commitment to a proactive and hands-on approach to advancing our mission."
In his new role, Hubert will focus on supporting the Tuna Working Group, ensuring that the strategy and objectives are clearly defined and delivered. His key priorities will be to identify and implement practical solutions for the social challenges faced by tuna companies. He believes in a philosophy of achieving positive impact, on the ground, through a practical step-by-step approach."
Mr. de Bonafos said:
"I am excited to take on this new opportunity with the Seafood Task Force. My experience with various sustainability initiatives will allow me to bring a fresh perspective to supporting the STF in identifying and implementing appropriate solutions to achieve its long-term objectives. The industry is facing a number of interlinked and complex social issues, and I believe these can best be addressed by initiatives like the STF working together."
Mr. de Bonafos also highlighted the growing importance of technology and data-driven solutions, noting the STF’s recent focus on developing an effective, technology-supported grievance mechanism for fishing vessels.
Mr. de Bonafos’ professional experience providing technical support to global companies will complement the STF's collaborative approach, helping its tuna members make progress toward achieving the organization’s long-term objectives.
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About the Seafood Task Force:
The Seafood Task Force (STF) was established in 2014 to restore global confidence to trade, following concerns about social and environmental abuse in global tuna and shrimp supply chains. It is made up of over 50 major retailers, brands, food service companies and their supply chain partners.
The STF drives supply chain oversight at scale, pioneering a pro-competitive approach that makes it easier for its members to meet international standards and growing due diligence requirements.
The STF is a US-based, not-for-profit trade association established for the seafood industry by the seafood industry. Its vision is a future where its members’ seafood supply chains are fully traceable, free from the risk of human rights violations and free from environmental degradation.
For more information: https://seafoodtaskforce.global/