The fishing industry in Barbados is struggling to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl, which destroyed 75% of the active fleet. While some boats are being repaired, the fishermen are grappling with changing sea conditions attributed to climate…
In a covert meeting in Eyl, two Somali fishermen share their shift to piracy, driven by foreign fishing trawlers stealing their livelihood. The town, previously a piracy epicenter, reflects ongoing resentment against illegal fishing and highlights the complex motivations behind…
The Hellenic Centre for Marine Research has issued a negative opinion on the proposed offshore wind farm in the Thrakikos Sea, following similar concerns from the Institute of Fisheries Research. The project could significantly impact local fishing grounds, with the…
The Italian government has declared a 12-month state of emergency in various regions affected by severe weather events in September and October 2024, with financial allocations of nearly 14 million euros directed towards recovery efforts. Additionally, new legislation focused on…
Morocco’s Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries has reported that the marine fishing sector generated approximately 31 billion dirhams (around $3.1 billion) in export revenue in 2023, with a volume of 847,000 tons. Deputy Minister Zakia Driouch highlighted the sector’s contribution…
