by Oliver McBride | Jan 20, 2026 | EU Fishing Industry, Latest News
High Seas Treaty enters force in 2026, giving EU-backed framework for high seas governance, marine protection and resource regulation Treaty Takes Legal Effect After Ratification Threshold Reached The High Seas Treaty, formally known as the Agreement on Biodiversity...
by Oliver McBride | Jan 20, 2026 | EU Fishing Industry, Latest News
Oceana warns EU firms use flags of convenience and tax havens to bypass illegal fishing laws, undermining the EU’s global ocean goals EU-owned vessels using flags of convenience and tax havens can undermine fight against illegal fishing, new Oceana analysis...
by Oliver McBride | Jan 15, 2026 | EU Fishing Industry, Latest News
PelAC raises concerns over ICES process for 2026 advice and sets priorities on mackerel, herring, boarfish and ecosystem‑based management. PelAC Outlines Concerns With 2026 ICES Advice Process The Pelagic Advisory Council (PelAC) has issued a detailed statement...
by Oliver McBride | Jan 13, 2026 | EU Fishing Industry, Latest News
European shipyards and fisheries urge action on energy transition as EU roadmap talks highlight regulatory barriers and funding gaps for fleet renewal European shipyards, maritime manufacturing and fisheries sectors call for immediate action to unlock energy...
by Oliver McBride | Jan 13, 2026 | EU Fishing Industry, Latest News
Huelva fishing fleet halts operations, warning EU control rules risk fresh fish shortages and increased reliance on imports Warnings Of Imminent Fish Shortages The fishing fleet in Huelva has halted operations and warned of imminent shortages of fresh fish as a...
by Oliver McBride | Jan 12, 2026 | EU Fishing Industry, Latest News
The European Commission seeks feedback on EU ocean policy ahead of European Ocean Act consultation and planned legislative adoption in 2026 Consultation Launched To Shape European Ocean Act The European Commission has launched a call for evidence to inform the...