The workshop will present success stories, information and options for project coordinators to consider with the objective of becoming “investor ready” as well as of establishing synergies and stimulate potential cooperation in the blue economy.

The Single Use Plastics Directive and Port Reception Facilities Directive of 2019 made producers and importers responsible for transport and disposal of end-of-life fishing gear and removed financial penalties for bringing waste to shore, including litter picked up in fishing nets. They also introduced new reporting obligations. The aim of the conference was to allow stakeholders to share experience and ideas.

This short interview is part of a series of monthly publications that will allow you to discover the work and activities of experts involved in the development of the European Atlas of the Seas as well as people from across Europe who use the Atlas and have a keen interest in the ocean, seas and coastal areas. Stay tuned and find out who they are, what they do and why they have a special connection to the ocean! This month, we meet Clara Becares who works as a Functional analyst for Bilbomática in Spain.

We would like to invite you to attend the first-ever annual forum of the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030” that will be held on 17 February 2023 in Brussels.