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How can photography change the way we see #algae?
In the latest #EU4Algae Interview Spotlight, photographer and ecologist Wanda von Bremen reveals the beauty of kelp forests, the communities that depend on them and why they matter for our planet:
link.europa.eu/PvHHg8
Cape Town, you've been brilliant! 🇿🇦
Congratulations to the winners of #BlueInvestAfrica 2026 and everyone who pitched their ideas.
Next stop: Luanda, Angola! 🇦🇴
Applications to pitch at the 2027 edition are now open until 31 December.
Find out more 👇
link.europa.eu/tGXkyC
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
🌊 Stronger cooperation, greater resilience and a sustainable future for the Atlantic region.
Stakeholders are invited to contribute to the development of the future Atlantic Maritime and Macro-regional Strategy.
🗓️ Submit your feedback by 26 November 2026
ec.europa.eu/info/law/better…
🌊 How can countries along the Atlantic coast work together to build a stronger, more sustainable future?
The European Commission wants your input as it develops a new strategy for the region.
🗓️ Share your views by 26th November: link.europa.eu/qNKPGX
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
Great exchange with Lithuanian Environment Minister Ieva Andriulaitytė on our shared priorities for Europe’s oceans. 🌊🇪🇺
We discussed the forthcoming Ocean Act, the BBNJ Agreement ahead of COP1, Deep Sea Mining and the importance of upholding international law.
I look forward to strengthening our cooperation with 🇱🇹 as it prepares to assume the Council Presidency in January. Together, we will continue working to advance ocean protection, promote sustainable fisheries and support a thriving blue economy.
🐟 2027 fishing opportunities: what's changing in the Atlantic, Kattegat and Skagerrak?
The Commission proposes new catch limits for 11 fish stocks, balancing sustainable fishing with the need to rebuild depleted stocks.
🔗 link.europa.eu/fXD3dh
The new EU Sustainable Tourism Strategy brings measures for coastal communities and islands.
A #EUOceanPact deliverable, it aims to:
🏝️ Improve connectivity
⛴️Launch a dialogue on cruise tourism
🌿Support balanced tourism
More: link.europa.eu/4rmwPh
#DestinationEurope
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
Ahead of #BBNJ COP1 in January 2027, the UfM brought Mediterranean partners together to advance the High Seas Treaty and marine biodiversity.
With @EU_MARE @ASEZA2001 @undoalos @IMOHQ @theGEF @IUCN @UN_FAO_GFCM @UNEPMAPNews @MedPAN @WWF_Med
What’s changed in EU maritime security since 2023?
More joint coastguard and naval drills, better information sharing and closer cooperation globally. The first joint report on the revised EU Maritime Security Strategy shows progress & threat-readiness.
🔗 link.europa.eu/XTrbPW
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
Research & innovation are very close to my heart.
I strongly believe marine science is key to good policymaking.
What an honour to be invited as a guest lecturer at Cape Peninsula University of Technology to present our work on ocean diplomacy & visit its research facilities.
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
On board the S.A. Agulhas II, South Africa’s polar research vessel.
Scientific research and ocean observation in the Southern Ocean and Antarctic waters are vital.
Through #OceanEye, we aim to strengthen research and scientific cooperation in the area.
Let's join forces! 🇿🇦🤝🇪🇺
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
🌊 Day 2 of #BlueInvestAfrica2026 continues in Cape Town!
🎤 Panel: "From Pilots to Portfolios: Financing Africa's Regenerative Blue Economy"
Currently unpacking a critical dialogue on blue finance, investment realities & investor deal-breakers.
#BlueEconomy
🌊 Day 2 of #BlueInvestAfrica2026 in Cape Town!
Diving into the technologies and opportunities shaping Africa’s blue economy: AI, robotics, maritime services and infrastructure.
Plus, celebrating this year’s standout pitchers!
Today's agenda: tinyurl.com/3t8hsbst
@EUinSA
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
Thank you for the positive exchange today, dear @jsteenhuisen.
The EU–South Africa relationship is looking bluer than ever!
Glad we share priorities on ocean governance, maritime security and coastal communities, and explored ways to deepen cooperation.
#OceanEye #BlueInvest
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
Impact should be our polar star. That is why we want to go a step further. We’re exploring a BlueInvest Africa online platform to connect African blue-economy ventures with the right investors, funding, partners and expertise. Let’s turn connections into investment opportunities!
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
Today we open the 4th edition of #BlueInvestAfrica in Cape Town!
Africa’s blue economy has unlimited potential.
The challenge isn’t a lack of ideas, but the right support to turn them into impact.
Together, we’re building a community and partnerships to make that happen.
🌊 Africa’s next ocean opportunity could be in the room today.
#BlueInvestAfrica2026 kicks off in Cape Town, bringing African entrepreneurs & investors together to explore what’s possible in the blue economy.
Two days. New connections. Potential deals. And plenty to discover. 👇
🌊 A stronger, more sustainable blue economy for the Mediterranean!
At the 20th @UfMSecretariat Regional Platform in Brussels, partners discussed the #EUOceanPact, regional cooperation, blue investment and a potential Eastern Mediterranean sea-basin strategy.
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🌊 Before the weekend begins, we're looking ahead to BlueInvest Africa 2026 in Cape Town!
Proud that @CYvetot_ , @UNIDO Representative to the EU, will join the conversation on accelerating investment and innovation in Africa's blue economy.
#UNIDOEUpartnership
#BlueInvest Africa 2026 is heading to Cape Town!
From 2–3 November, African entrepreneurs, investors and blue economy leaders will come together to connect ideas with investment opportunities.
⚠️ Places are limited.
👉 Register by 15 September: bit.ly/4xPsaSl
EU Maritime & Fish retweeted
Today, I met with the Zygi Fishers Association to discuss the key challenges facing small-scale fisheries in Cyprus, including increasing competition for marine space, climate change, invasive species and rising fuel costs.
I would also like to thank @ChristosSenekis, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment of Cyprus, for his engagement and continued dialogue on these important issues.🤝
Small-scale fishers are vital to our coastal communities, local economies and cultural heritage. Their voices and experience must be reflected in decisions shaping the future of our seas.
We remain committed to supporting resilient, sustainable fisheries and ensuring that coastal communities have a strong place in Europe's maritime future.🌊
#Fisheries #SmallScaleFisheries #Cyprus #CoastalCommunities
