On 28 October 2025, the European Commission adopted its proposals for 2026 fishing opportunities for EU-managed stocks in the Atlantic and Skagerrak-Kattegat waters, with some measures extending into 2027 and 2028. These proposals aim to ensure the long-term sustainability of EU fisheries, balancing environmental protection with economic viability.
15 Total Allowable Catches (TACs) proposed, based on...
The 9th edition of the Copernicus Ocean State Report (OSR 9) reveals alarming evidence: every part of the global ocean is now affected by the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. Published by the Copernicus Marine Service, this flagship report provides a comprehensive assessment of ocean health and its implications for ecosystems, society, and...
We are pleased to announce that the Atlantic Factsheet 2025 is now available online listing its major achievements.
This comprehensive document provides key insights into the progress and priorities of the Atlantic Action Plan, highlighting goals, priorities, governance, stories, number of projects supported and much more in one quick overview.
Download the Factsheet here
UNESCO and the European Commission have released a new volume of the MSPglobal International Guide on Marine/Maritime Spatial Planning, offering 24 actionable recommendations to help countries develop climate-smart marine spatial planning (MSP) processes.
This third volume of the guide responds to the growing urgency of climate change impacts on oceans and coasts, and provides a roadmap for governments, Indigenous...
FISATUR has proudly wrapped up its ambitious Trade Navigation Tour (TNT), marking a significant milestone in its mission to promote sustainable tourism rooted in fishing, aquaculture, and maritime heritage across the Atlantic.
Launched as part of FISATUR’s broader incubation programme, the TNT brought together innovative entrepreneurs from France, Spain, and Portugal for a dynamic journey of collaboration, learning, and visibility...
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) has announced the launch of four new flagship projects under the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF), aimed at advancing sustainable blue economy across EU sea basins.
These projects are funded under the EMFAF, following the call for proposals for smart specialisation and regenerative ocean farming, focused...
On 25 September 2025, alongside the Macro-Regional and Sea Basins Strategies Days, a dedicated networking event was held in Brussels for the National Hubs of the Sea Basin Strategies’ Assistance Mechanism. The...
The 3rd meeting of the Atlantic Strategy Committee (ASC) under the Irish Presidency took place in Brussels on Friday, 26 September, following two days of the EU Macro-Regional and Sea Basin Strategy Days. The meeting brought together the European Commission, the Irish Presidency, National Representatives, National Hubs, Pillar Coordinators, and other observers.
The morning started with a presentation from...
UNESCO has released MSPglobal: International Guide on Marine/Maritime Spatial Planning, Volume 2 – Biodiversity Inclusive Principle.
This new volume provides practical guidance for integrating biodiversity into marine spatial planning (MSP), ensuring that conservation is a core part of ocean governance.
The guide offers tools, indicators, and case studies to help planners assess biodiversity impacts and embed ecosystem-based approaches in...
The European Commission - through CINEA - has published a new study aimed at strengthening skills development across the blue economy—covering sectors such as offshore renewables, fisheries, maritime transport, and marine biotechnology.
At the heart of the study is BlueComp, a new EU competence framework designed to guide education and training in four key areas:
understanding the blue...