Commercial Fishing
anyTarget: Fleet Operator
If you are a fleet operator dealing with high diesel costs and strict emission rules — this project developed hybrid/electric retrofits and AI tools that cut fuel use and CO2 per tonne of fish.
DIGI-FISH · Project
Digital Tools and Green Engines to Lower Fuel Costs in Mediterranean Fishing
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Imagine if fishing boats had a smart GPS that didn't just show the way, but told them exactly how to drive to save fuel. This project replaces old diesel habits with hybrid engines and AI-driven dashboards. It's like upgrading a fleet of old trucks to smart electric hybrids to stop wasting money on gas.
By the numbers
15%
target fuel-intensity reduction from 2019 to 2030
5
full-scale pilots
19
consortium partners
The business problem
What needed solving
Mediterranean fishing is plagued by high diesel costs and fragmented data, making it hard for crews to reduce emissions or increase profit margins.
The solution
What was built
A Mediterranean Data Space for real-time AI analytics and a set of hybrid/electric engine retrofits for boats and fish farms.
Audience
Who needs this
Commercial fishing fleet ownersOffshore aquaculture operatorsMaritime energy equipment manufacturersPort authorities managing green transitions
Business applications
Who can put this to work
Aquaculture
mid-sizeTarget: Fish Farm Manager
If you are a fish farm manager dealing with expensive energy for offshore operations — this project developed electrified aquaculture operations that lower the cost per kilogram of produce.
Maritime Software
SMETarget: Data Analytics Provider
If you are a software company dealing with fragmented maritime data — this project developed a FAIR, API-first Mediterranean Data Space that enables real-time AI optimization for vessels.
Frequently asked
Quick answers
How much will the technology cost to implement?
Based on available project data, specific pricing is not provided, but the project focuses on reducing fuel-intensity and costs per kilogram (€/kg).
Is this technology ready for industrial scale?
Yes, the project includes five full-scale pilots across the Adriatic, Ionian, Aegean, Tyrrhenian, and Western Mediterranean to validate the tech in real conditions.
Who owns the IP and how is licensing handled?
Based on available project data, licensing details are not specified, though the data space is designed to be FAIR and API-first for accessibility.
Which regulations does this help me meet?
It helps operators meet the EU 2023 fisheries package target of reducing fuel-intensity by 15% or more from 2019 to 2030.
When will the results be available?
The project runs from June 2026 to May 2030, meaning full validation and pilot results will be available by 2030.
Consortium
Who built it
The consortium is well-balanced for commercialization, featuring 19 partners from 9 countries. With a 32% industry ratio (6 companies), the project ensures that the 6 universities and 5 research centers are building tools that meet actual market needs, specifically targeting the Mediterranean basin.
How to reach the team
Contact ASOCIACION CENTRO TECNOLOGICO NAVAL Y DEL MAR in Spain
Next steps
Talk to the team behind this work.
Contact us to find the right partner for the 2026 pilot phase.
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