Overview   Publication

The October 2026 CMA Factsheet is now available, offering a snapshot of the Common Maritime Agenda’s four years of regional cooperation across the Black Sea. From the Blue Economy Technical Groups to the 2026 Stakeholder Conference in Burgas, the Factsheet highlights key achievements, main figures and the legacy of the BSAM in supporting EU maritime priorities.

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The European Commission has released the first progress report on the EU’s strategic approach to the Black Sea region

The European Commission’s Directorate‑General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE) published a new study that examines the European Union’s fishing fleet

CINEA has published three new studies providing scientific input for future EU guidance on sustainable and competitive aquaculture

The IOC of UNESCO has published its Strategy for Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management 2025–2030

A new study examines recent trends in EU fishery and aquaculture product consumption

A new GlobalABC roadmap proposes turning climate objectives for buildings into financeable projects by combining regulation, data, capacity and public and private capital.

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A new European Solar Shading Organisation position paper proposes integrating the ‘Ladder of Cooling’ into EPBD implementation, prioritising solar shading and passive cooling before active systems to improve summer comfort and resilience.

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The Interreg NEXT Black Sea Basin Programme showcases how local initiatives are generating regional impact across the Black Sea through five cross‑border success stories.

A new EU publication shows how coastal communities can thrive through better connectivity, climate resilience and diversified blue‑economy opportunities, turning long‑standing challenges into sustainable development gains.

Blue-Jobs analysed 1.700+ vacancies across 76 countries to reveal skills, profiles and sectors driving today’s Blue Economy labour market: top in‑demand profiles, skills employers want, sector‑by‑sector trends, who’s recruiting, and global patterns & challenges. Whether you’re a student, professional or policymaker, this report maps the future of blue careers.

The International Symposium on Transformative Ocean Science publishes the Transformative Ocean Science for the Ocean Pact policy brief

The European Commission has introduced the first EU strategies dedicated to islands and coastal communities, aiming to strengthen their resilience, competitiveness and quality of life.

The European Commission has introduced OceanEye, a new initiative to boost the EU’s role in ocean observation and data, with the goal of contributing 35% of the global ocean observing system by 2035

PECH’s new study series explores cross-border cooperation in fisheries management across the Western Waters, Mediterranean Sea and Baltic Sea. Read the studies and watch the launch recording to discover best practices, governance solutions and lessons for sustainable fisheries.

CINEA’s new thematic publication “Waterborne transport for a green and competitive future” showcases EU-funded projects driving cleaner maritime and inland waterway transport through alternative fuels, innovation, greener infrastructure and collaboration, highlighting pathways towards a sustainable future.

The European Commission launched a new study that assesses the evolution, challenges and long-term sustainability of the EU fishing fleet. While fleet capacity has declined, structural imbalances remain, highlighting the need to modernise vessels, improve working conditions and advance the sector’s energy transition while addressing climate change, biodiversity loss and rising operating costs.