SEAGLOW represented by RISE and the Swedish Fishermen’s Producer Organisation (SFPO) at the Swedish Commercial Fishing Conference
28 November, Stenungsund (Sweden) – The SEAGLOW project was presented at the Nationell yrkesfiskekonferens 2024 (National Commercial Fishing Conference), organized by the Swedish Rural Network (Landsbygdsnätverket). Representing SEAGLOW at the event were RISE and the Swedish Fishermen’s Producer Organisation (SFPO), two key partners in the project’s consortium.
The conference gathered around 140 participants, including fishers, government officials, scientists, and journalists, creating a vibrant platform for exchanging knowledge and ideas. Attendees explored the perspectives of fishing Producer Organizations and heard from young fishers—including fisherwomen—about their visions for the future of the industry. Discussions also delved into the science behind quota-setting and fish stock assessments.
SEAGLOW was presented in an innovation-focused session, where it stood out as the only project tackling advancements in fishing boat technology. Other presentations primarily concentrated on improving fishing gear. This unique focus highlighted SEAGLOW’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact of fishing through sustainable and innovative boat technologies.
The conference was a valuable opportunity to connect with stakeholders and demonstrate SEAGLOW’s role in driving innovation within the fisheries sector.
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Photo: Hanna Varve, Research at Seaglow’s partner RISE, representing Seaglow during the event
Photo credits: @Seaglow
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