Imagine making fishing nets that only catch the fish you actually want to sell, letting the babies and wrong species swim away. It's like adding a smart filter to the ocean to keep fish populations healthy. The project also uses DNA testing and digital maps to find the best spots for protected areas and fuel-efficient routes.
Mediterranean fisheries face environmental degradation and economic instability due to inefficient gear that catches non-target species and high fuel consumption.
A set of selective fishing gears, acoustic deterrents, and certification roadmaps for the seafood value chain.
If you are a fleet operator dealing with high fuel costs and unwanted bycatch — this project developed new gears and acoustic deterrents that increase selectivity and improve fuel efficiency.
If you are a distributor dealing with consumer demand for ethical sourcing — this project developed auditing roadmaps and certification benchmarks that increase the visibility of sustainable seafood.
If you are a manufacturer dealing with outdated net designs — this project developed a multi-scale set of tools and devices to reduce bycatch and protect vulnerable species.
Based on available project data, specific pricing or cost structures for the tools and gears are not provided.
The project involves 5 industry partners and 5 SMEs, suggesting a focus on industrial application, though it is currently in the implementation phase (2026-2029).
Based on available project data, there is no specific information regarding patents or licensing agreements.
The project focuses on Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and Fisheries Restricted Areas (FRAs) to ensure compliance with conservation goals.
The project period runs from 2026-01-01 to 2029-12-31, meaning final outputs will be ready by the end of 2029.
The consortium is well-balanced for technology transfer, featuring 22 partners across 9 countries. With a 23% industry ratio, including 5 SMEs and 5 larger industry players, there is a strong bridge between the 13 academic/research entities and the actual seafood market.
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