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07 June 2024
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Maritime Affairs and Fisheries
Newsletter
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Foreword
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Dear readers,
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I would like to open this foreword by inviting you all to go out and vote in the coming days in the European Elections. Every voice and every vote counts!
This weekend, we also celebrate World Oceans Day! Oceans sustain life on earth, support the livelihoods coastal communities, and need care and respect at a global level. We have achieved a lot since last year – from the adoption of the Treaty of the High Seas to protect biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction; to the EU’s pledge of €3.5 billion worth of commitments to protect the ocean.
The EU Mission Restore our Ocean & Waters keeps growing. The third Digital Ocean Forum will take place on Thursday, 13 June. It is an opportunity to showcase the capacity of the EU Digital Twin of the Ocean to be a reliable solution to help manage our ocean resources and protect them.
In other exciting news… The #EUBeachCleanup campaign is back Monday, 10 June, and will run until Octoberparticipate and register your event if you are planning on organising a clean-up in the coming months.
Warm regards,
Charlina Vitcheva, Director-General
Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries
@vitcheva_eu
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News
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Progress on recovery of fish populations, but more efforts needed to build resilient and sustainable fisheries sector
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The overall sustainability of the EU fisheries continues to gradually improve and fewer stocks are overfished, according to the Commission Communication ‘Sustainable fishing in the EU: state of play and orientations for 2025’ adopted today.
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Celebrating 10 years of EMFF/EMFAF – the European Maritime, Fisheries (and Aquaculture) Fund
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On 15 May 2014, the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Regulation was adopted. 10 years later, we are looking back at the great results achieved: from supporting fisheries science to creating innovative solutions for the blue economy, the fund supported positive change for citizens,
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European Maritime Day 2024 – making waves in the sustainable blue economy
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On 30 and 31 May 2024, Svendborg, a Danish coastal city with a strong maritime heritage, became a vibrant hub for the EU maritime community. Svendborg hosted the European Maritime Day 2024, welcoming more than 1100 maritime experts and actors.
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The Commission welcomes the agreement on sustainable fisheries reached at Indian Ocean Tuna Commission
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The EU welcomes the important decisions reached during the 28th annual meeting of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC), which will make fisheries in the Indian Ocean more sustainable. 11 new conservation and management measures were adopted.
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MARSEC EU 24: Live maritime security exercise boosts EU-wide cooperation at sea
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From 23 to 28 May, the Navies and Coast Guards of seven EU Member States, together with European Fisheries Control Agency (EFCA), European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) and the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (FRONTEX), participated in the MARSEC EU 24 live maritime security exercise,
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EU Blue Champions unveiled: 20 companies will receive advisory support to grow their business
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The Commission and the European Investment Bank (EIB) have unveiled 20 'EU Blue Champions' who will receive advisory support to grow their business.
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Europe's bathing waters remain safe
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The vast majority of bathing water sites in Europe met the European Union's most stringent ‘excellent' bathing quality standards in 2023, according to the latest annual Bathing Water report published today.
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EU Blue Economy report 2024: innovation and sustainability drive growth
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The latest edition of the EU Blue Economy Report is out, offering an in-depth analysis of European blue economy sectors and their performances based on the latest available data.
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EU Arctic Forum & Indigenous Peoples’ Dialogue 2024: Mapping out together a sustainable future for the region
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That’s a wrap on the 2024 edition of the EU Arctic Forum & Indigenous Peoples' Dialogue!
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Commission approves stricter controls for more flexible catch reporting in specific fisheries
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The European Commission has adopted conditions and safeguards for the use of certain exemptions to the margin of tolerance rules to ensure accurate fish quotas and healthy fisheries.
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Commission notifies Senegal of need to step up fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing
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The Commission has issued a ‘yellow card' to Senegal, a notification of the need to step up actions in the fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing. In the framework of the EU's commitment to fight IUU fishing worldwide and as a consequence of several years of
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OCEAN by Euronews
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Euronews OCEAN Season 6, Episode 5 – Seaweed farming: a new lifeline for fishers facing declining catches
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Seaweed farming presents a sustainable income alternative for fishers, offering economic diversification while combatting overfishing. This practice not only enhances coastal livelihoods but also plays a crucial role in improving marine health by acting as carbon sinks and supporting biodiversity.
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Stories of the month
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ULVA FARM - Large scale sea cultivation of green seaweed
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Oceans are a substantial source of protein and not just because of fish. Ulva, a green seaweed also called sea lettuce, is becoming known for its high nutritional value over current vegetable and animal products and it is affirming itself as a great alternative in the food industry.
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Pescatourism: a cooperation opportunity for Mediterranean fisheries
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From the shores of Sardinia to the coasts of Greece, fishers are embarking on new adventures to make their trade known to the wider public. With the support of Fisheries Local Action Groups (FLAGs), fishers are being trained, going on study visits, and learning to diversify their income.
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From sea to soil: Ficosterra's journey with BlueInvest
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As the global population continues to grow, the pressure to meet the increasing demand for food has never been greater. The Spain-based start-up Ficosterra offers a ground-breaking solution that maximises crop production while minimising the ecological footprint. Their secret weapon? Seaweed.
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Map of the month
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Macroalgae production facilities
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Check out the Map of the month to see where macroalgae-producing facilities are located in Europe. This map is based on data from the European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) and shows facilities by production methods.
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Podcast: Ocean Calls
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Ocean Calls Podcast – Season 3 Ep. 5: Meet the people working in Europe's small-scale fisheries
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In this episode of Ocean Calls, we hear from the people behind the fish on your plate. Small-scale fisheries make up the backbone of our coastal communities, yet they are often overlooked despite their crucial role in Europe's fishing industry.
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Ocean Calls Podcast – Season 3 Ep. 4: Where is your fish from and is it really what you think it is?
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It may be the case that the fish on your plate isn't what it claims to be. Such fraud is thought to be widespread.
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Events
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Macro-regional & Sea Basin Strategies Days 2024
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12/06/2024 - 13/06/2024
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THE EGG, Brussels
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Funding opportunities
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Maritime spatial planning (MSP) Projects (EMFAF-2024-PIA-MSP)
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European Marine Observation and Data Network (EMODnet) - 5 lots
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Publications and studies
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Guiding Future Arctic Policy
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The EU blue economy report 2024
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This newsletter is published by the European Commission's Directorate General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries.
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The European Commission is committed to personal data protection. Any personal data is processed in line with the Regulation (EU) 2018/1725. Please read the privacy statement.
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ISSN: 2315-084X
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Catalogue Number: KLAM24006ENQ
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