 The most affected group for this legislation and this struggle with globalization are the approximately 86,000 independent fishermen.They ply the waters close to Chile's shore in 13,000 vessels, ranging from semi-industrial ships to rowing boats.These thousands of fishermen represent nearly half of the fishing sector in Chile (about 45%) but they struggle against the increasing industrial presence, especially in Valparaiso and other small cities like Bio-Bio, Chiloe, and Pelhullue.