European Union Fishing News
Commercial Fishing News from the European Union
Europêche Welcomes Costas Kadis as new Commissioner for Fisheries
Europêche has congratulated Costas Kadis on his confirmation as the new Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans Europêche, the foremost representative body for the European Union's fishing industry, warmly congratulates Costas Kadis on his appointment as the new...
MEPs Question Commissioner-Designate on Fisheries Portfolio Vision
MEPs questioned Commissioner-Designate for Fisheries, Costas Kadis on his vision for the Fisheries Portfolio including sustainability and economics The European Parliament’s Committee on Fisheries convened this week to examine Cypriot candidate Costas Kadis’...
Key EU Fisheries Stakeholders Demand Deep-Sea Mining Moratorium
The EJF and the DSCC has welcomed the position of key EU fisheries leader, the LDAC, who has called for a deep-sea mining moratorium as Norway prepares first licensing round Key EU Fisheries Stakeholders Demand Deep-Sea Mining Moratorium Amid Norway's Licensing...
EU Commission Proposes Catch Limits for 2025 Fishing Opportunities
The EU Commission has proposed new catch limits for 2025 in Atlantic, Kattegat, and Skagerrak to support sustainable fishing The European Commission has published its latest proposal for catch limits for 2025, focusing on fish stocks in EU waters in the Atlantic...
Advisory Councils Call for Greater Stakeholder Engagement in EU Fisheries
Six EU fisheries advisory councils have jointly recommended a more inclusive approach to formulating scientific advice for fisheries policy In a recent advisory document, six European fisheries advisory councils—comprising the North Sea Advisory Council (NSAC), Long...
MAC and AAC Issue Joint Recommendations for HORECA Sector
MAC and AAC have issued joint recommendations to enhance consumer information on fishery and aquaculture products within the HORECA sector In a significant push for consumer transparency, the Market Advisory Council (MAC) and Aquaculture Advisory Council (AAC) have...
Report Claims EU Fishing Capacity Rules Won’t Hinder Industry Decarbonisation
A new report by ClientEarth claims EU fishing capacity rules won’t hinder industry’s path to decarbonisation A new report by environmental group ClientEarth challenges claims from the fishing industry that EU capacity limits on vessel weight and power prevent the...
EU Requests Arbitration Tribunal Over UK’s Sandeel Fishing Ban in North Sea
The EU has requested the establishment of arbitration tribunal over the UK’s prohibition of fishing of sandeel in English and Scottish waters. Photo: Marine Directorate ScotlandThe European Union has escalated its dispute with the United Kingdom regarding the...
Oceana Poll Reveals Demand for More Information on Processed Seafood
A new Oceana poll reveals that 84% of citizens from Belgium, France, Spain and Cyprus demand more information on processed seafood A new Oceana poll has found that 84% of consumers in Belgium, France, Spain, and Cyprus want greater transparency and information about...
Danish Fishermen Voice Concern Over Baltic Sea Quota Cuts for 2025
Danish Fishermen's Association chief, Svend-Erik Andersen has voiced concern over Baltic Sea quota cuts for 2025 approved by the EU Council The Danish fishing community is expressing deep concern after the EU's Council of Ministers announced further reductions in...
German Fishermen Criticise Baltic Sea Quota Reductions
German fishermen criticise the Baltic Sea quota reductions agreed at the recent AGRIFISH Council, but praise member states for intervention The Verband der Deutschen Kutter- und Küstenfischer e.V. (Association of German Cutter and Coastal Fishermen) has expressed...
EU Council Agrees on 2025 Baltic Sea Fishing Quotas Amid Environmental Concerns
The EU Council agrees on catch limits for 2025 Baltic Sea fishing quotas amid environmental concerns from eNGO Seas at Risk Today, Tuesday October 22, 2024, the European Union’s Agriculture and Fisheries Council reached an agreement on new catch limits for key fish...











