EU Maritime & Fish

AMOC depends partly on dense water sinking in the North Atlantic. Warming seas and freshwater from melting ice can weaken that process. @CopernicusEU’s latest report shows record ocean temperatures and marine heatwaves, and why ocean monitoring matters: tinyurl.com/37y6x7zj

Engaging discussion today with 🇨🇾 @KIOSCoE Research and Innovation Center of Excellence at @UCYOfficial, which conducts research relevant to our priorities: 🐟Protection of critical marine infrastructure 
🌊 Digital Twin & Horizon Mission Ocean
👁️ OceanEye
⚓ Coastal community resilience
🛡️ Maritime & coastal security
🔹 Blue economy & skills
Research and innovation are key to protecting our ocean and building a sustainable & competitive blue economy.
🇪🇺#EUOceanPact

📅 Save the date | Atlantic–WestMED Stakeholder Conference 15-16 Sept 2026📍Gran Canaria 🇪🇸 This event brings together both sea basin communities for the first time to strengthen inter‑basin cooperation and advance shared maritime priorities 🔔Programme details coming soon: tinyurl.com/ndkdpu8n @cinea_eu @EU_MARE @WestMedStrat

At #EUOpenDay 2026, visit the OceanEye stand (together with @VLIZnews) to see how ocean observation works up close, from fish tagging and tracking to ocean monitoring tools and an ocean quiz. 📍 Village 4 · Berlaymont Esplanade 🗓️ 9th May · 10:00–18:00

At the Oceanography Center of 🇨🇾@UCYOfficial, researchers are working on important projects on climate adaptation, conservation of sea turtles and the Mediterranean monk seal, sea level rise, invasive species, and the impacts of desalination on the marine environment. Their work contributes to @EU_Commission’s efforts to expand our knowledge of the marine environment and protect our ocean 🌊. Thank you to the team for the warm welcome and for sharing their valuable work. #EUOceanPact

#BlueInvest Africa 2026 unveils 25 African #startups & SMEs to pitch to global investors. Concrete deals => unlock potential & turns innovation into impact. This strengthens #AUEU Partnership in #ClimateAction & sustainable investment under #GlobalGateway

🐠Looking for reliable EU guidance on aquaculture? From fish welfare to sustainable development, find all the essential documents in one dedicated section. Dive in👉link.europa.eu/hMHVpd #EMFAF #BlueFarmingEU

Today in Nicosia, we held the #MedFish4Ever High-Level Conference. A decade after adopting the #MedFish4Ever Declaration, we are evaluating its progress and agreeing on a common path ahead to safeguard fisheries in the Mediterranean. This will pave the way towards an updated Declaration in 2027. Grateful to Minister @riapan82 and all Mediterranean partners for their commitment. The Mediterranean’s future is ours to protect. 🤝 #EU2026CY @CY2026EU @EU_MARE

🌊 #EMD2026 Workshop alert | How can #SeaBasinStrategies reinforce maritime regional cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean? 📅 21 May 2026 📍 Limassol, Cyprus A dedicated workshop at #EuropeanMaritimeDay 2026 will explore challenges & opportunities for sea‑basin cooperation, building on experiences from across Europe 🔗Register here: tinyurl.com/y7r5fnk8 @cinea_eu @EU_MARE

🌊From turning the tide to securing sustainability In 🇨🇾, decision-makers reviewed the advances since the adoption of #MedFish4Ever and prepared for a new declaration to secure the future of Mediterranean fisheries & aquaculture #SustainableFisheries #Aquaculture4Sustainability

A living museum beneath the waves. Today at #InformEU, Ritsa Mykoniati from the Heraklion FLAG initiative shared how #EMFAF support helped bring the Stalis reef dive park in Crete to life, with artificial reefs that support marine life and diving tourism: link.europa.eu/mCqdBg

Last call for these #MissionOcean & Waters funding opportunities! 📢 Mediterranean and Atlantic & Arctic regions can receive funding for Community Led Actions & Transition Agendas Development. More information: tinyurl.com/2drctcp5 @Cinea_EU @EUScienceInnov @EU_MARE @EU_ENV

Honoured to close the #MedFish4Ever High-Level Conference in Nicosia today. Only by standing together can we secure a thriving future for the Mediterranean, where our coastal communities prosper. Looking forward to a renewed, bold and actionable Ministerial Declaration in 2027

🎥 How can fisheries and aquaculture be more energy efficient, competitive, and cut emissions? That was the focus of the Brussels Energy Transition Partnership conference. Next stop: #EMD2026 in Limassol, Cyprus, where the first ETP Champions will be recognised on 22nd May.

Half of Mediterranean fish stocks have started to recover since 2017. But over half of assessed stocks remain overfished. Today in Nicosia, the EU and Mediterranean partners agreed to prepare a new #MedFish4Ever Declaration for 2027: link.europa.eu/v7VTW7

On 9 May, the EU Institutions will be open to the public. 🇪🇺 This year’s #EuropeDay emphasises European independence and the protection of democracy. It also marks four decades of celebrating Europe Day and public use of the EU flag. Plan your visit: europe-day.europa.eu/index_en

Did you secure your spot at the European Maritime Day - the place where Ocean Leaders meet'? At #EMD2026, we will also host a workshop on sustainable tourism with challenges and solutions from our EU-funded projects. Join us⤵️ link.europa.eu/VCf6kd

Join the 'Marine Protected Areas in Action: Tools, Restoration and Governance for Healthier Seas' webinar on 12 May! 🌊 Register here:  eu01web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… @Cinea_EU @EUScienceInnov @EU_MARE @HorizonEU @Effective2327 @MSP4BIO_Project @oceancitizen_eu @BLUE4ALLproject

At today’s Informal AGRIFISH meeting in Nicosia, I presented the outcomes of the evaluation of the #CFP. Though progress has been made in reducing overfishing, improving data collection, and building strategic partnerships, challenges remain. Based on this evaluation we will shape our 2040 Vision for Fisheries and Aquaculture. As indicated by many Ministers, we will reflect if a targeted revision of the CFP is necessary. Thank you to Minister @riapan82 and colleagues for their engagement. #EU2026CY @CY2026EU @EU_MARE

This morning I was in the meeting of EU Fisheries Ministers hosted by @CY2026EU @CostasKadis presented the main findings of the Common Fisheries Policy Regulation evaluation Eleven years after its reform, we take stock and reflect on what has worked and what could be improved