Fisheries and Marine issues
Press release: Towards a Fair and Inclusive Ocean Pact – EBCD welcomes the Ocean Pact
EBCD welcomes the adoption of the EU Ocean Pact as a much-needed initiative to bring all users of the seas under one coherent and strategic framework. This Pact represents an important step toward coordinated ocean governance, and we look forward
EBCD at the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC)
EBCD at the UN Ocean Conference 2025 With the 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC-3) just around the corner, things are ramping up very quickly! EBCD will be on the ground in Nice, France from the 9th to the 13th
Shaping the Future of the Common Fisheries Policy: EBCD’s reply to Commission’s consultation
As the European Commission evaluates the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) including through a public consultation, EBCD is actively contributing to the conversation. EBCD’s comprehensive position paper outlines the essential steps to ensure the CFP evolves to meet the pressing challenges
EBCD and IUCN-FEG Chair Meet with Commissioner Kadis
On 4 April 2025, representatives from the European Bureau for Conservation and Development (EBCD) and the IUCN Fisheries Expert Group (FEG) Chair Mark Dickey-Collas met with Costas Kadis, Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, his Head of Cabinet Ioannis Hadjiyiannis, and
Event: On the road to UNOC-3: How can the upcoming European Ocean Pact advance ocean sustainability? – 5 May 2025
When: 5 May 2025, 14.00- 18.00 CETWhere: European Committee of the Regions – Rue Van Maerlant 2 – 2nd floor – VMA22 – 1000 Brussels, Belgium This event is organised by EBCD in partnership with the European Economic and Social
EBCD @ European Economic and Social Committee on the UN Food Systems Summit
On 31 March, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), held a public hearing under its Permanent Group on Sustainable Food Systems. The event aimed to reflect on progress made since
EBCD @ Euractiv Agrifood Policy Conference – 25 March
On 25 March, Euractiv organised an Agrifood Policy Conference to discuss and reflect on European agriculture and fisheries, on a way for a sustainable and competitive future. Commissioner Costas Kadis opened the discussion on how the EU can balance the
Alexandra Philippe (EBCD) appointed Chair of the North Western Waters Advisory Council (NWWAC)
The North Western Waters Advisory Council (NWWAC) has appointed our colleague Alexandra Philippe (EBCD) as its new Chair during the Executive Committee (ExCom) meeting in Paris on 12 March. She becomes the first Chair from the Other Interest Group (OIG).
Oceans Pact: EBCD Responds to the European Commission’s Consultation
The European Bureau for Conservation and Development (EBCD) has submitted its response to the European Commission’s consultation on the Oceans Pact, highlighting the urgent need for an integrated and prioritised approach to ocean governance. Oceans face growing pressures from climate
“Competitive Blue Tech for Sustainable High Seas Fisheries” Event – 18 February
On 18 February, our colleague Alexandra Philippe delivered the concluding remarks at the “Competitive Blue Tech for Sustainable High Seas Fisheries – A Case Study for the EU Clean Industrial Deal” event at the European Parliament. Hosted by MEP Isabelle
New Chair of IUCN-CEM-Fisheries Expert Group Announced
Mark Dickey-Collas has been appointed as the new Chair of the IUCN-CEM-Fisheries Expert Group (FEG) at the most recent meeting of the expert group. Mark is an independent researcher and consultant working in fisheries, ecosystem-based management and marine conservation. He
Energy Transition Partnership – NGO Support Group Coordinator
EBCD is proud to announce that our colleague, Alexandra Philippe, has taken on the role of Support Group Coordinator for NGOs within the Energy Transition Partnership (ETP). In this capacity, she will focus on fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and addressing