Identifies and discusses factors influencing the success of technology transfer within small scale fisheries. The paper analyzes the recent history of small scale fishing technology transfer and explains that a successful technology transfer project must take into account the needs and aspirations of the target group and assure that the fishermen understand, approve and participate in the project. Next, specific components of successful technology transfer are considered; it is concluded that among other characteristics a project should be realistically and knowledgeably designed and harmonize sociologically and economically with the target area. The report next lists and discusses guidelines for selecting an appropriate technology for transfer. Finally, the design of an effective target population-oriented delivery system is investigated.