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The European Union has introduced new rules to protect the Dogger Bank, an emblematic Natura 2000 site in the waters of Germany and the Netherlands. Starting 18 November 2025, fishing with mobile bottom contacting gears will be prohibited in specific areas within the site.   

Where does Europe’s blue economy stand today, and how are we identifying its main challenges and trends?

The second EU Algae Awareness Summit, organised in Berlin on 16 and 17 October 2025, marked another positive moment for the algae sector in the EU.

The European Commission has published two technical guidance documents to support EU countries in improving their systems for monitoring and controlling the engine power of fishing vessels.   

The Food Fish Farmers, known in Sweden as Matfiskodlarna, serves as the country’s hub for aquaculture knowledge. With the support from the EU, the organisation developed a modern digital gateway to strengthen knowledge exchange, support collaboration, and inspire the future of Swedish aquaculture.

What is the aim of this budget proposal and what does it mean for fisheries, aquaculture and ocean-related activities? The Commission’s Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028 – 2034 proposal is a fundamental redesign of the EU budget to make it more integrated, flexible and performance-oriented

Today, the European Commission proposed to simplify the collection and compilation of statistics on European fisheries and aquaculture.

Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Kostas Kadis, starts today a 2-day visit to Vigo, Spain, to discuss the reform and simplification of the common fisheries policy, the external dimension of the EU maritime sector, and its role in free trade agreements.

BlueInvest Africa 2025  will take place on 15 and 16 October in Lomé, Togo, marking a key moment to connect projects, funding, and partnerships between Africa and Europe.