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EU seeks industry input on ocean observation technology sector

The results of the European Commission survey will inform the implementation of OceanEye and future EU policies, funding programmes and support for the sector.

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The sailing buoy is being prepared for deployment. It is powered by solar cells, controlled via the internet, and equipped with various measuring instruments.

Norway is committed to environmental monitoring to prevent environmental impacts

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Sixten Söderberg in front of traditional nets.

Sweden tests new light-based fishing technology to protect marine ecosystems

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Deep-sea autonomous underwater vehicle ocean observation at depths of up to 6,000 metres.

European Commission launches initiative to reinforce Europe's role in ocean observation

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55% of the Mediterranean bottom trawl fleet is now equipped with flying doors.

Spain awards extra fishing days to Mediterranean trawlers adopting low-impact gear

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Atlantic bumpers, one of the marine finfish species being raised from larvae as part of the collaboration.

US aquarium network develops breeding methods for more than 20 marine fish species

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Red coral populations have come close to disappearing in some areas due to excessive fishing pressure.

FAO research programme supports Mediterranean red coral conservation

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The $25 million donation will establish the Schiller Center for Reef Solutions, supporting long-term coral reef research, innovation, and global collaborations to help protect reefs for future generations.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution launches $25m coral reef research centre

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Branded feedpipes to identify marine debris

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Thanks to the Upcycling the Oceans initiative, 225 tons of floating marine waste have been collected over two years.

Smart buoys to protect Spain's Mediterranean coast

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Paul Renaud, new programme director of Arctic Ocean 2050.

Norway's Arctic Ocean 2050 names programme director

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Officials from Ireland's seafood development agency Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) and Donegal County Council launch the report.

Ireland’s fisheries sector can unlock more value through the blue bioeconomy, says report

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Representatives from C-I Ecuador, CNA, and SSP during the launch of the partnership.

Ecuadorian shrimp sector launches mangrove restoration project for climate resilience

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An artistic rendering of a potential design for the Indigenous Centre for Aquatic Health Sciences & Stewardship facility in Campbell River, B.C.

Established the Indigenous Centre for Aquatic Health Sciences & Stewardship in BC

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male fisherman floats on a wooden boat in the ocean, Wooden boat on the waves of the ocean, fisherman, Coast of Mombasa, Kenya, ocean, clouds, coast

Global leaders pledge $6.4bn for ocean action

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Panoramique Bateau de pêche et mouettes, Somme en Hauts-de-France, France

EU fisheries plans under review after calls for reform

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Ireland's end-of-life aquaculture gear mapped for first time

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Fish on the harbour front in Marseille, France.

EU fisheries sustainability improves, but challenges remain as Commission opens 2027 consultation

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Environment

Environment

EU seeks industry input on ocean observation technology sector

Norway is committed to environmental monitoring to prevent environmental impacts

Sweden tests new light-based fishing technology to protect marine ecosystems

European Commission launches initiative to reinforce Europe's role in ocean observation

Spain awards extra fishing days to Mediterranean trawlers adopting low-impact gear

US aquarium network develops breeding methods for more than 20 marine fish species

FAO research programme supports Mediterranean red coral conservation

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution launches $25m coral reef research centre

Branded feedpipes to identify marine debris

Smart buoys to protect Spain's Mediterranean coast

Norway's Arctic Ocean 2050 names programme director

Ireland’s fisheries sector can unlock more value through the blue bioeconomy, says report

Ecuadorian shrimp sector launches mangrove restoration project for climate resilience

Established the Indigenous Centre for Aquatic Health Sciences & Stewardship in BC

Global leaders pledge $6.4bn for ocean action

EU fisheries plans under review after calls for reform

Ireland's end-of-life aquaculture gear mapped for first time

EU fisheries sustainability improves, but challenges remain as Commission opens 2027 consultation

Tuna industry creates first private fund for FAD recovery in the Eastern Pacific

Nissui joins NAPA call for action on North East Atlantic pelagic stocks

New Spanish tool improves maritime decisions using acoustic data

Researchers map how sea lice spread between neighbouring farms

European Parliament calls for urgent action on Baltic Sea fish stocks

Public-private partnership to advance regenerative aquaculture in Galicia