@efca-eu
🐟 News from the European Union agency coordinating #FisheriesControl activities, part of the #EUCoastGuard and fighting illegal fishing #IUU. Based in Vigo, Spain 🚢🌊 Find out more: efca.europa.eu
Maritime security requires cooperation. At #EuropeanOceanDays, we joined partners from coast guards and EU agencies to discuss how stronger coordination, shared information and multipurpose maritime operations help tackle today’s evolving challenges at sea.
Events like European Ocean Days are an important opportunity to connect policy discussions with operational experience and continue building a safer and more resilient maritime domain for Europe.
#MaritimeSecurity #EUAgencies #WeAssist #EuropeanOceanPact
Maritime security requires strong cooperation across authorities and sectors.
We work closely with @emsa-eu.bsky.social & @frontex.bsky.social under the EU Coast Guard framework, through multipurpose maritime operations, information exchange and training for Member States.
#EUMSS
At EFCA, we coordinate joint #FisheriesControl & inspection activities between Member States to support the uniform implementation of the #CFP.
Through #JDPs, multinational inspection teams & our patrol vessels, we help ensure a level playing field & tackle #IUUFishing.
#WeAssist
📍Brussels | #EuropeanOceanDays 🌊
Policymakers, agencies, industry and researchers gathered to discuss the future of Europe’s ocean and maritime domain.
We contributed to the session on maritime security, with our Executive Director joining the panel on #CoastGuardCooperation.
New #RTC alert!
A Real-Time Closure has been established by The Netherlands in the #NorthSea for the protection of fish juveniles.
🗓️ until 20 March 2026
ℹ️ bit.ly/3YwyXzR
#SustainableFisheries
📍EFCA headquarters
New training for Member States inspectors operating in the #NAFO regulatory area.
🔹Goal: supporting the uniform & effective implementation of the NAFO Scheme of Control & Enforcement.
✅Common training for a level playing field.
#FisheriesControl #WeAssist #NorthAtlantic
🎣#RTC alert!
A new Real-Time Closure has been established by Denmark in the #NorthSea.
🗓️ until 19 March 2026 at midnight.
More information here ℹ️bit.ly/3LfFzuB
#FisheriesControl #SustainableFisheries
EFCA at CROSS Étel: deepening cooperation with French fisheries authorities
Visited control centres, fish auction and discussed:
💻 Digital innovation in fisheries control
🚤 Joint operations
🎓 Future training opportunities
+ a live demonstration of the MonitorFish app.
PATROLLING THE SEA 🌊
#OceanProtector in the North Western Waters with
Inspection team from Ireland + Estonia + Lithuania working together at sea.
Different flags. One mission:
🎣 Fair fishing
🐟 Healthy stocks
🤝 Strong cooperation
#WeCoordinate #FisheriesControl
Supporting @guardiacostiera and fisheries authorities in Malta.
Hands-on #Training to strengthen #FisheriesControl skills and share best practises.
From regional fisheries measures to🌎inspection schemes & real-life scenarios, the focus was on practical work.
#WeAssist
“What stood out in our workshop on evidence gathering on fisheries control?”
Our participants agreed: learning how other Member States work in real cases is what brings the most value.
🎥 Hear it from the experts.
#WeAssist #FisheriesControl
The ECGFF workshop opened in Lisbon this morning, bringing together coast guard authorities, EU institutions and experts, including @efca-eu.bsky.social and @frontex.bsky.social to discuss maritime challenges under the theme: geopolitical shifts and capacity building for coast guard operations.
🗺️WASOP in action | EFCA workshop on #IUUfishing risk mapping
Together with the Sub-Regional Fisheries Commission Member States for a dive into risk‑based planning, a key tool to coordinate joint operations.
“Risk analysis improves focus and efficiency while optimising resources.” — R. Duarte, EFCA
🤝 SatCen and EFCA have signed an Administrative Arrangement, strengthening cooperation between our agencies in support of EU strategic objectives.
The partnership enhances the use of Earth-observation geoint for maritime surveillance & reinforces collaboration and complementarity.
🔗 bit.ly/4tcmgbY
🎣 #RTC alert!
A new Real-Time Closure has been established by Belgium 🇧🇪 in the #NorthSea.
🗓️ until 18 February 2026 at midnight.
More information here ℹ️http://bit.ly/4qMwspF
#FisheriesControl
And an early start at the fish market.
We welcomed the Director-General & Deputy Director of
Portugal’s Directorate-General for Natural Resources, Safety & Maritime Services.
Discussions focused on operational cooperation via Joint Deployment Plans, Coast Guard Cooperation, international projects, Chartered Means & Training.
#WeAssist
📡 @copernicuseu.bsky.social Sentinel-2 coverage is now extended over #WASOP waters!
EFCA requested this enhancement to better support the West Africa Sustainable Ocean Programme — strengthening fisheries monitoring and regional cooperation.
Thanks to @esaearth.esa.int !
#OceanGovernance #EO
🇮🇹🤝🇪🇺 We welcomed Vice Admiral Sergio Liardo, Commandant of the @guardiacostiera to EFCA.
Great discussion on our strong cooperation in the #Mediterranean — from the #JDP to multipurpose maritime operations and EU Coast Guard work.
Together for safer, sustainable seas. 🌊
New year. New priorities.
Same mission: fair, safe & sustainable fisheries across the EU.
EFCA in 2026: operations at sea, smarter data, international cooperation & innovation.👇
Contributing to the #MediterraneanPact, the #EUOceanPact & #CATCH digitalisation.
⏰ Deadline extended to 9 Feb 2026
More time to submit your video on Life Below Water and share your perspective on sustainable fisheries.
🏆 Win a visit to EFCA in Vigo + patrol vessel tour.
👉 bit.ly/3XyJydv
#EFCA20 #VideoContest
New #RTC alert! 🎣⛔️
A Real-Time Closure has been established by Denmark in the #NorthSea, starting tomorrow until 09 January 2026, including.
More information here👉 bit.ly/3LfFzuB
#SustainableFisheries
Ocean Protector in Estonia ⚓
During its regional deployment, our vessel welcomed Estonian authorities and fisheries inspectors onboard to exchange on fisheries control at sea and on land, marking 20 years of cooperation with EFCA.
#FisheriesControl #EUCooperation 🌊
📍 EFCA HQ, Vigo
Consellera del Mar, Marta Villaverde, visited to see EFCA in action 🌊
From Joint Deployment Plans to EU Coast Guard tools ⚓
Thank you for the insightful exchange! 🙏
#FisheriesControl #SustainableFisheries
🎥 #MeetTheInspectors
“One moment at a desk, the next on a RIB.”
Sam’s job? Anything but ordinary.
As a fisheries inspector for the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, from checking permits and nets to inspecting the catch, his work keeps fisheries on the right track.
#LastWeek at our HQ 👉 Technical Joint Deployment Group for the #Mediterranean
Together with EU Member States, we reviewed this year’s #FisheriesControl activities & planned operations for the year ahead under the #MediterraneanSea Joint Deployment Plan.
#WeAssist
🎥 #MeetTheInspectors
Lieutenant Ferdinando has served on land, at sea, and in the air during #FisheriesControl missions.
From joint operations aboard EFCA patrol vessels to coordinating in Vigo, his career shows how international teamwork shapes the job.
Watch it now!
#EFCA20
“Technology is now an essential ally in fishing inspections.”
Iosif uses VMS, e-logs, net counters, and handheld scales to make his work faster, smarter, and more precise.
🎥 Discover how he helps keep fishing fair and sustainable.
#MeetTheInspectors #FisheriesControl
