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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🌊#MMOAdria 2026 is underway. The operation brings together Croatia, Italy, Slovenia ,EFCA, @emsa-eu.bsky.social & @frontex.bsky.social to support coordinated #CoastGuard Functions across the #Adriatic. 🐟Fisheries control 🛰️Maritime surveillance 🌊Environmental protection 🚨SAR & more bit.ly/4rgOIJ4

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

As partners under the West Africa Sustainable Ocean Programme #WASOP, we continue working with @CSRP2016 to strengthen fisheries governance & MCS capacities across West Africa. This week we welcomed the CSRP permanent secretary at EFCA to advance cooperation efforts. #FightIUU

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Frontex @frontex.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Joint patrols are back in the Baltic. Frontex is supporting Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland with border surveillance by air and by sea until the end of October, working alongside @emsa-eu.bsky.social and @efca-eu.bsky.social to support coast guard functions. Learn more👇 #BalticSea

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

📘 2025 in numbers 🐟 48,245 coordinated inspections 🔎 5,132 suspected infringements 🎓 1,769 officials trained: 69 training events 🛰️ Increased use of satellite imagery & surveillance tech 🌍 International cooperation to strengthen fisheries monitoring & control 🔗 bit.ly/4i6ZJtL #EFCA #AnnualReport

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Strengthening #EUCoastGuardCooperation in the field of Maritime Border Control 🌊 The Portuguese 🇵🇹 National Republican Guard hosted Croatia 🇭🇷 & Poland 🇵🇱 🔗 coastguard.europa.eu @emsa-eu.bsky.social @frontex.bsky.social #CGExchange

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Wanted! 📢 Administrative Assistant 📨 Apply by 31/08/2026 Reference: EFCA/TA/AST2/2602 More information: bit.ly/4c3EfKt @EU_Careers #EUJobs

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Do you have an innovative solution that could contribute to the future of fisheries control?💡 Join us at the EFCA Industry Day in Vigo. 📅 Apply by 10 August 2026, 12:00 CEST for the 2026 Edition! 🔗 bit.ly/4pQTLPI #FISHCONTECH #Innovation #FisheriesControl

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

From Guinea-Bissau to Guinea and Sierra Leone, regional cooperation was in action. Under the #WASOP project, we supported the #SOOSALÉ operation, led by @CSRP2016, combining #FisheriesControl activities with training for inspectors, magistrates and FMC operators. #FightAgainstIUU #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

New #RTC alert! A Real-Time Closure has been established by The UK in the #NorthSea (Scottish waters) for the protection of fish juveniles. 🗓️Until 10 August 2026 ℹ️https://www.efca.europa.eu/en/hubs-explorer/news/real-time-closure-rtc-established-by-uk-072026 #SustainableFisheries

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

New #RTC alert! A Real-Time Closure has been established by The Netherlands 🇳🇱 in the #NorthSea for the protection of fish juveniles. 🗓️Until 05 August2026 ℹ️ bit.ly/3YwyXzR #SustainableFisheries

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Navigating EFCA online is about to get easier than ever... We're preparing to launch a new EFCA website designed to make information easier to find, improve navigation, and provide a more modern user experience. 🌊 Stay tuned for the official launch! #EFCA #Transparency

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

🛩️ Eyes on the North Sea Dutch fisheries inspectors joined our latest patrol aboard our #OceanGuardian. The operation combined onboard inspections with RPAS (drone) surveillance. Real-time aerial imagery enhanced situational awareness and supported monitoring before landing.

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

🎣 #RTC alert! A new Real-Time Closure has been established by Denmark in the #NorthSea. 🗓️ until 13 July, 23:59 (21 days). ℹ️ More information: bit.ly/3LfFzuB #FisheriesControl #SustainableFisheries #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Protecting Europe's seas takes teamwork.🌊 Through the European Cooperation on Coast Guard Functions, EFCA, @emsa-eu.bsky.social and @frontex.bsky.social work with national authorities to strengthen cooperation, skills & capabilities across borders. 📽️Watch how: bit.ly/44nRelZ #EUAgencies

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

🎣#RTC alert! A new Real-Time Closure has been established by Denmark in their waters of The #NorthSea. 🗓️From 24 June 00:00 – 13 July 23:59 (21 days). More information here ℹ️ bit.ly/3LfFzuB #FisheriesControl #SustainableFisheries #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

🎣Western Indian Ocean in focus at @OurOceanOOC In Mombasa, we joined partners for the launch of #SWIOP, a €60M EU Global Gateway initiative supporting stronger ocean governance and cooperation at sea. We contribute by strengthening capacities to prevent & combat #IUUFishing.

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

📢 Call open: EFCA Industry Days 2026 Tech companies & institutions can apply to showcase solutions for fisheries control (REM & UAS). 🗓️ 21 Oct | Vigo ⏳ Deadline: 10 Aug 🔗 efca.europa.eu/en/Industry-... #MaritimeTech #FisheriesControl #Innovation

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Europe Day, from the Museo do Mar 🇪🇺 Cooperation over conflict. Dialogue over division. Democracy as a shared foundation. These are the values we echoed together with local authorities in Vigo, while also marking 40 years since Spain joined the EU. #EuropeDay2026

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🇨🇦🤝🇵🇹 A look at how we work with #RFMOs such as #NAFO to coordinate #FisheriesControl in international waters. These snapshots are from a recent patrol on board our vessel #OceanProtector in the NAFO Regulatory Area, alongside inspectors from Portugal and Canada. #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

EFCA at the EU-Seychelles Tuna Conference🐟 Discussions on fisheries control & regional cooperation in the Western Indian Ocean. How do we support this work? ✅EU-funded #SWIOP initiative ✅cooperation with IOTC against #IUUfishing ✅#JDP for tropical tuna fisheries #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

The Belgian Navy patrol vessel Pollux docked in Vigo! We welcomed the crew for an exchange on our #FisheriesControl work and visited the vessel to learn more about its operations at sea. Close cooperation with Member States is key to what we do. Thanks to the crew!🎣#WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Rescue Swimmer exchange Latvia & Spain joined the Portuguese Lifesaving Institute- ISN for intensive Search & Rescue training; from coastal ops to night scenarios. Strong cooperation. Real conditions. Shared expertise. 🔗coastguard.europa.eu @emsa-eu.bsky.social @frontex.bsky.social #CGExchange

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

📰 New press release EFCA Administrative Board elects its Chair and Deputy Chair and adopts its Annual Report for 2025 🔗https://www.efca.europa.eu/en/ABMeeting2026 #FisheriesControl #CommonFisheriesPolicy #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

📍Brussels | 🌊 EU–China Blue Partnership Forum Contributing to discussions on fisheries governance, control & the fight against #IUU fishing alongside @vitcheva_eu, @EU_MARE and @CostasKadis. Reinforcing common approaches for the sustainable use of marine resources worldwide.

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

📌Today at EFCA: Advisory Board meeting Twice a year, we meet with representatives from the European Fisheries Advisory Councils, bringing together stakeholders from across the sector. This exchange allows us to hear their views on EFCA’s work & broader sector perspectives.🎣 #EUAgencies #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Wanted! 📢 Assistant to the Executive Director 📨Apply by 07/05/2026 Reference: EFCA/TA/AST3/2601 More information: tinyurl.com/57y7xzra @EU_Careers #EUJobs

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

🌊EFCA supported the 1st #WASOP regional joint fisheries control operation in the @FCWC_CPCO area. The operation combined analysis, training & joint sea deployment across Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire & Liberia. A key step for regional cooperation.🎣 🔗https://bit.ly/4sOnEjB #FisheiresControl #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Sustainable fisheries in West Africa: a concrete step forward🌍 In Abidjan, we joined regional partners for the signature of a strategic cooperation agreement under the EU-funded #WASOP project. 🎯Strengthening governance 🤝Building capacities 🚫Tackling #IUUfishing #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

🔴 Today at EFCA: Steering Group on Training & Exchange of Experience With 25 experts from 19 EU Member States & @EU_MARE, working towards one shared objective: a common approach to fisheries control training. Because effective #FisheriesControl starts with learning together.🎣

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

The 2nd edition of the Greening Award Initiative is open for applications!🌿 Set up to celebrate the sustainability actions & activities carried out by authorities which empower a green transition, and contribute to a more sustainable future! Apply now➡️ bit.ly/4rLmLaH

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

EFCA at #SeafarersConf26 Our Executive Director @susan-steele.bsky.social joined the panel on climate, energy & environment, contributing EFCA’s perspective on cooperation in #FisheriesControl. A strong conference exploring skills, data & tech shaping the maritime sector. #EUAgencies

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Looking to start your career in the EU?🌍 Apply for #BlueBookTraineeship programme and choose EFCA as your host organisation to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic decentralised European agency. Apply now👉 lnkd.in/deSgjt4S Deadline: 7 April 2026, 10:00 a.m. (CET)

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

At EMSA reinforcing the strong partnership between our agencies. Working side by side is essential to effectively support national authorities and address shared maritime challenges across European waters. We look forward to continuing this close collaboration. #coastguard #cooperation #EUAgencies

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Great energy at EFCA this week! Students from @uvigo & O Castro British School joined us to learn about our work, and to hear directly from colleagues about their career paths and life at EFCA. 💬🌊 Always a pleasure to engage with the next generation and share EFCA’s mission!

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

🎣#RTC alert! A new Real-Time Closure has been established by Denmark in the #NorthSea. 🗓️From tomorrow until 03 April 2026 at midnight. More information here ℹ️ bit.ly/3LfFzuB #FisheriesControl #SustainableFisheries

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Wrapping up 2days of workshop in Chioggia with @emsa-eu.bsky.social , @frontex.bsky.social , @guardiacostiera & experts from EU Member States under the European Coast Guard Functions Forum. Focus on multipurpose maritime operations, innovative surveillance & more.🔗http://bit.ly/4150b1O #EUAgencies

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

A week of coordination, learning & operational alignment at the EFCA Coordination Centre! 7 experts from Belgium, Latvia, Denmark, Germany and Sweden gathered to advance the #NorthSea and #BalticSea Joint Deployment Plans. Great teamwork & progress! #FisheriesControl #JDPs #WeAssist

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

ESPADON: 1st coordinated maritime action under #WASOP with Cabo Verde, The Gambia, Mauritania & Senegal. Results: 🔎30 industrial vessels inspected ⚠️8 detained for infringements 🌐Controls extended to artisanal fisheries More: bit.ly/4sCc77g #StopIUUfishing Photo credit: Garde Côtes Mauritanienne

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Training for uniform #FisheriesControl in the #Med! We trained 60+ EU Fisheries Inspectors under the 2026 Joint Deployment Plan #JDP to ensure harmonised inspections & effective surveillance ahead of the swordfish & albacore fishing seasons. #WeAssist #SustainableFisheries

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European Maritime Safety Agency @emsa-eu.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

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.

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

📍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.

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

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

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

📍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

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

🎣#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

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

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.

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

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

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

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

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

“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

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European Maritime Safety Agency @emsa-eu.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

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.

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European Fisheries Control Agency @efca-eu.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

🗺️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

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