Diversification of fisheries activities in the Atlantic area

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

This European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) grant specifically targets the diversification of income sources for fisheries communities in the Atlantic area. It aims to foster a sustainable blue economy by supporting innovative activities that integrate tourism, promote regenerative ocean farming, and create new job opportunities.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the specific geographical focus of the program, and its overarching goals to support diversification in Atlantic fisheries communities.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding, along with information on covered costs and the typical development stage of supported initiatives.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides details on the nature and extent of financial support, including the type of financial instrument, funding amounts, funding rates, and information on project duration.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the key rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering aspects such as application terms, collaboration requirements, and budget stipulations.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of submitting their proposals, explaining the submission flow and how applications are evaluated and awarded.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish, authorize, and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to regulatory frameworks.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

2,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

EUR 2,000,000

Deadline

Deadline:

31.01.2023

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Atlantic area, including EU Member States and potentially non-EU countries that are part of the sea basin strategies and/or regional cooperation frameworks targeted in this call.

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Environmental and Climate Protection, Healthcare, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Tourism, Water and Waste Management

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Fisheries communities, local stakeholders and communities, Blue Economy SMEs/start-ups, fishers and fisheries associations

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Pilot Testing, Product Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

CINEA

Additional Partners:

Various organizations from different EU countries offer expertise, including consultancies, SMEs in technology and services (e.g., SENSICHIPS SRL, Lemvos GmbH, BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL SRL, ARATOS SPACE P.C., HeadHunter Limited SRL, SQLEARN AE, TRISOLARIS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES LDA, SENIOR EUROPA SOCIEDAD LIMITADA, LAMINAK ENERGY, ARATOS SYSTEMS BV), non-governmental organizations (e.g., ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA, FUNDACIÓN PARA LA PESCA Y MARISQUEO -FUNDAMAR-, C.I.P. CITIZENS IN POWER), international organizations (e.g., INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE IN EUROPE), and research/educational bodies (e.g., Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University Maritime VET Sch). Their expertise spans areas like aquatic monitoring, fisheries and aquaculture development, standardization, blockchain, EO/GIS, maritime training, and communication.

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