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Statement by Commissioner Sinkevičius on EU action on by-catch of dolphins and other marine animals
Today I have written to Fisheries and Environment Ministers of 22 European Union Member States about the issue of incidental catches of dolphins and other marine animals in EU waters, especially in the Bay of Biscay and the Celtic Sea,to urge them to collaborate in finding a solution for this situation. As the European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, I am fully committed to resolve this problem.
Atlantic and North Sea: agreement on 2019 fishing quotas
Statement by Commissioner Vella after the Agrifish Council, 19/12/2019
Public consultation
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Press releases/news articles
Fisheries Local Action Groups
The EU supports coastal area development through community-led initiatives. Fisheries Local Action Groups (LAGs) unite fisheries sector representatives, local public and private stakeholders and civil society to craft local development strategies. Enabled by the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF), they allocate funding to projects that foster sustainable development.
Argo floats
Argo floats are autonomous oceanographic instruments designed to drift with ocean currents and collect valuable data. They typically move vertically through the water column, collecting measurements of temperature, salinity, and current speed up to depths of 2000 metres. This month's map highlights the locations of Argo floats in the Greenland Sea and Arctic Ocean. These floats provide critical insights into the physical state of the ocean, which aids in climate research and understanding ocean dynamics.
Commission 2026 work programme: Strengthening independence, security, and global engagement
The European Commission’s 2026 Work Programme sets the direction for Europe at sea. From sustainable fisheries and aquaculture to ocean governance and coastal resilience, each initiative strengthens how Europe manages its seas and supports those who depend on them.
Funding opportunity
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BlueInvest Africa 2025
Call for Applications for Pitchers at BlueInvest Africa 2025, Togo – Deadline 30/04/25
Second Call for applications for dialogue with CPR partners
The Commission has launched a second call for applications with a view to extending the membership of the group and achieving an appropriate balance of the interests represented by selecting organisations operating in the field of activities related to youth, fisheries and migration/integration.
NAFO Internship Program – 2019 Call for Applications
The NAFO internship program is currently accepting applications for 2019.