Deckhand | Electronic Logbook for Seafood Processors

Fish Ticket System

Replace Paper Fish Tickets with a Digital System

Deckhand's seafood processor workflow replaces paper fish tickets with a digital system that captures landing data accurately at the dock — and submits it directly to state reporting portals without re-entry.

Designed for buying stations, shore-based processors, and floating processors across Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and beyond.

Digital fish ticket creation at point of landing
Species, grade, weight, and vessel information captured on iPad
Direct submission to state fish ticket portals
Works offline — only needs internet to send reports
Supports multiple processors and landing sites
Reduces manual data entry errors and submission delays

Compliance & Integration

Integrated with State Reporting Systems

Deckhand's processor workflow is designed to connect with the regulatory infrastructure that seafood processors rely on for compliance and reporting.

Alaska Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission (CFEC) compatible
NOAA and NMFS landing data submission
Washington, Oregon, and California fish ticket integration
API-ready for processor management systems
Export to CSV, PDF, or direct portal submission

Key Features

Built for the Dock, Not the Office

Every feature is designed for the realities of processing operations — fast, accurate data capture even when conditions are challenging.

iPad Native

Large-format interface designed for gloved hands and bright dock conditions.

Works Offline

Full fish ticket creation without internet. An internet connection is only needed to send reports.

Species & Grade

Capture species, grade, condition, and weight per vessel, per trip — accurately every time.

Direct Submission

Submit fish ticket data directly to state portals — no manual re-entry or paper filing.

Audit Trail

Complete digital record of all landings, edits, and submissions for compliance audits.

Dedicated Support

Onboarding and ongoing support from our North American team throughout the season.

How It Works

From Paper Chaos to Digital Clarity

See how processors and buying stations have transformed their operations by replacing paper fish tickets with Deckhand's digital system.

Before Deckhand Before: paper-based fish ticket process

Handwritten paper fish tickets at the dock
Manual re-entry into state reporting portals
Errors and illegible data slow compliance reviews
Filing delays during peak landing periods
No audit trail — disputes difficult to resolve
Lost or damaged tickets create reporting gaps

After Deckhand After: digital fish ticket workflow with Deckhand

Digital fish tickets created on iPad at point of landing
Direct submission to state portals — no re-entry
Validated data fields prevent errors at source
Instant submission even from remote sites when connected
Full digital audit trail for every landing and edit
Data backed up and accessible from anywhere

What Our Customers Say

Hear From the Fleet

Deckhand has been a game changer for our fleet. SEPFA is the principal association for the 160 vessels in the South Eastern Rock Lobster fleet in South Australia, and we've been using the Deckhand Electronic Logbook for nearly a decade. Before, our fishermen used to spend hours filling out paper logbooks — not only time-consuming, but prone to errors. With Deckhand, everything is much more efficient and accurate.

Nathan Kimber Executive Officer, SEPFA

The Deckhand Logbook has been a game-changer for me. I used to spend hours every trip manually recording data. Now, with this streamlined tool, I save 20–30 minutes a day. Deckhand's clear layout makes it easy to record sets and catch data, reducing the chance of errors and ensuring compliance. The ability to work offline is a lifesaver when I'm in remote areas.

Garrett Elwood F/V Western Freedom

At some point in the near future, we will be required to do all submissions electronically and it is amazing the Deckhand is helping get ahead of the game and give people opportunity to lead in that change and create solutions that fit the fleet rather than be forced into unexpected regulation or role change.

Lauren Howard Alaska Longline Fishermen's Association

Deckhand saves me hours every trip. It works the way I work — whether I've got a signal or not — and it's a lot easier to carry than those big federal logbooks. What I really appreciate is that the Deckhand team actually listens; every update makes the app better because they take user feedback seriously. It's made keeping records simple instead of a chore.

Michael Offerman F/V Pacific Sojurn

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Deckhand Logbook Software? +

Deckhand is an at-sea data collection platform. Deckhand empowers fishermen, seafood processors, and other fishing industry stakeholders to easily record and report trip data — digitally, accurately, and compliantly.

Who can use Deckhand? +

Deckhand is a global product and anyone can use it for both regulatory and business purposes. Currently, Deckhand is an approved electronic logbook for regulators across the United States, Australia, and New Zealand.

How do I get Deckhand? +

Please call your local representative:

United States: 1 (360) 220-8674 / 1 (360) 594-1995
Australia: +61 8 7100 1397
New Zealand: +64 (0)4 385 9285

Or book a free demo from this website and one of our specialists will walk you through the platform.

Why use Deckhand? +

As a company founded by fishermen, we believe your fishing data is your biggest asset. Deckhand ensures your logbook data is collected as you work, the way you work — and provides the pathways to get the right data into the right hands at the right time.

Can I go back and look at my past fishing activity? +

Yes. All data recorded in the Deckhand app is archived and viewable in summaries and reports showing an array of catch and business metrics relevant to your operation.

I'm usually out of cellular range. How do I submit reports? +

Deckhand is designed to work in offline environments. All data is stored locally on your device. An internet connection is only needed to send reports — you never lose a record, even in the most remote fishing grounds.

Can fishing associations use Deckhand? +

Absolutely. If you are a vessel cooperative, trade association, or other type of fishermen's organisation, Deckhand is a powerful tool for your membership. Use our CatchFlow™ workflow customisation engine to tailor Deckhand to your organisation's specific needs.

Streamline Your Catch Reporting with Deckhand