With the second generation of FLAGs now up and running, there is a growing number of project examples from the past and the present which can inspire other actions aimed at developing fisheries and aquaculture areas around Europe, be it through economic, environmental or social support and investment. The project descriptions and short stories below give an insight into some of the local projects funded by the FLAGs, while the methods provide helpful examples of effective programme management, ranging from community outreach to FLAG self-assessment.
Adding value to fisheries, Business support, Processing, Promotion
With their “Thanks to the Fisherman” campaign, one of Finland’s biggest fish processors, aims to raise approximately €100 000 for the FLAGs to support their local fishermen
Adding value to fisheries, Business support, Processing, Promotion, Short circuits, Youth
A social joint venture between the Red Cross and a local fish auction helps the unemployed into work while securing a place to process undervalued local seafood.
Adding value to fisheries, Business support, Tourism, Environment, Governance, Cultural heritage, Education and training
Чрез поредица от взаимосвързани дейности и иновативни методи за управление на качеството МИРГ изгражда капацитет на местни предприятия, сред които рибовъди, ресторанти, доставчици на услуги в сферата на образованието и отдиха, и ги насърчава да си сътрудничат.
Adding value to fisheries, Business support, New technology, Processing, Circular economy, Fisheries resources
Local fishermen in Lapland, northern Finland, create a mincing facility to process unwanted by-catch into new marketable products such as fish fingers.
Business support, Marine activities, Infrastructure, Youth
On Ærø Island, a disused boat engine factory has been turned into a community hub supporting local maritime entrepreneurship. The project aims to boost the island’s economy and social cohesion.
For the fourth consecutive year, Boulogne-sur-Mer has hosted a Hackathon to foster entrepreneurial and innovative ideas in tackling the challenges faced by the region’s coastal areas.
The operation of Hästholmen harbour involves the cooperation of several local actors. Through a series of FLAG projects, the port has been improved and developed in accordance with the local community’s needs and opportunities.