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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

In the last Joint Webinar Andrea Fariñas (IIM-CSIC) presented the collaborative framework the IIM is developing with key players involved in stranding data collection in West Africa. Find the recording here: l1nq.com/ucw79xq

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Our REDUCE´s partner Institute of Marine Research-CSIC (Spanish Research Council) has released two new open-access papers on the role of European marine mammal stranding networks in monitoring population status and bycatch impact.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

We are delighted to already be supported by @ICES, our first Gold sponsor – could you be the next? Find more information here: drive.google.com/file/d/1cKak...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The #IFBMM offers a range of sponsorship packages. Key perks include (depending on package): 📃 Logo featured on promotional materials 🎟️ Complimentary conference ticket(s) 🗣️ Opportunity to chair a session

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Put your badge on the biggest-ever international gathering to advance solutions to #fisheries #bycatch of marine megafauna!

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Last days to apply! Join the REDUCE workshop on marine megafauna bycatch, onboard INTERMARES in Dakar, 19–23 October 2026. Applications close on 2 August. Programme, eligibility and applications: reducebycatch.eu/workshop-red... #Bycatch #REDUCEproject

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Happening today! Join our #JointWebinarsonFisheriesBycatch to explore how hackathons can drive fisheries innovation. Discover lessons from a Wageningen event on electronic monitoring, AI-based species identification and automated fish length estimation. Access: teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-joi...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The call for applications has been opened for the REDUCE Workshop in ETPs bycatch monitoring and mitigation measures! INTERMARES vessel/Dakar/October 2026. Apply at: reducebycatch.eu/workshop-red... Come on board with REDUCE for sustainable fisheries in the Eastern Central Atlantic Ocean!

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Friday morning reminder: come with us to learn how CIBBRiNA colleagues are working to obtain high-resolution and harmonised fishing effort data across diverse European fleets for assessing #ETPsbycatch. Open access on: teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-joi...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Coming up tomorrow, a new bycatch conference from the #JointWebinarsonFisheriesBycatch. Our colleagues from CIBBRiNA will present the outcomes of a dedicated workshop on evaluation and integration of multiple effort-related data sources to quantifying fishing effort and assessing #bycatch of ETPs.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

In today´s #JointWebinarsonFisheriesBycatch Marta Caballero (Univ. de Girona)will explain the value of integrating genomic and phenotypic data and how this approach can be applied for management ETPs bycatch in the Mediterranean and Macaronesian regions Acces: teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-joi...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Happy #WorldOceanDay! REDUCE continues to study megafauna species and interaction with fisheries in the Central Eastern Atlantic: gathering new knowledge on species ecology and analysing how #bycatch occurs. Research for healthy seas and thriving sustainable fisheries.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

#MSPglobal joined forces with #REDUCE project to advance shared action and knowledge on marine spatial planning in West Africa. This is some of the outcomes of our participation at the 12th PRCM Regional Marine and Coastal Forum in Nouakchott last April. www.mspglobal2030.org/mspglobal-re...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Last Friday we learnt from Lola Riesgo (CSIC-IEO) about the methodology developd for modelling probabilitay areas of occurrance of #bycatch of Mobulidae in the Tropical Atlantic, whether at the species level or the population level, and how the results can be applied for management purposes.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

The next session in the #JointWebinarsonFisheriesBycatch series takes place this Friday featuring our colleagues from the #MarineBeaconproject: “Spatiotemporal patterns of Mobulidae in the Tropical Atlantic: A unified modelling approach”, by Lola Riesgo (CSIC-IEO). Acces: lnkd.in/d-yBai5a

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

This kind of science driven innovation shows how technology, fisheries knowledge, and conservation goals can work together to build more #sustainable fisheries by reducing #ETPsbycatch whhile keeping healthy oceans.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

By integrating these datasets spatiotemporal prediction models are capable to produce versatille catch maps that help fishers identify the most promising areas for their operations including info on #bycatch of ETPs.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

In the last webinar on #FisheriesBycatch we learned about the work being carried out by Catchwise #MarineGuardian with AI to reduce bycatch and improve fishing efficiency, through a decision support tool for skippers built on live fishing activity, historical catch data and oceanographic conditions

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Ministers and government representatives from West African countries have adopted the #NouakchottDeclaration, marking an important milestone for sustainable ocean governance in the region. 📄Download the Nouakchott hashtag#Declaration below in the next comment 👇

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Happening tomorrow! Join us for the next Joint Webinars on Fisheries Bycatch, featuring Åsmund Brekke (Catchwise) from Marine Guardian, covering: "Catchwise DSS: Using AI to Reduce Bycatch and Improve Efficiency". Friday 15 May 2026, 12:00–13:00 CET Acces in: teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-joi...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

We´re happy to announce the "International Forum on Bycatch of Marine Megafauna" ( #IFBMM) to be held in Galicia, Spain, in 2027. We’re jointly-organizing the IFBMM along with: ECO-CATCH, MarineGuardian, @marinebeacon.bsky.social ,SEA4Future, LIFE PROMETHEUS and @cibbrina.bsky.social

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

REDUCE also celebrated the #WorldMigratoryBirdDay2026. Seabirds ecology research in East Central Atlantic Ocean makes a substantial part of our project. We ara studying the ecologic routes, breedingt and nesting zones of several species, as well as the interactions with fisheries in the region.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We´d like to thank our colleagues fom the SGP and the manager for training of the vessel for this excellent guided visit and the explanations provided on the versatility of the vessel and the auxiliary ship for training activities in bycatch fisheries-related activities for our REDUCE Workshop.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

This visit was kindly organised by the Spanish Secretary-General for Fisheries for REDUCE to know the vessel first-hand, including the classrooms, the different spaces of the ship for practical training, the laboratories, the auxiliary vessel, etc.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Last Friday we visited the training vessel INTERMARES in its base in Ferrol (Galicia, Spain) within the framework of the #REDUCE-BYC_Workshop to be held in Dakar in Nov. 2026: "Reducing marine megafauna bycatch in Northwest African fisheries: advancing monitoring, mitigation and sustainability”

Training and cooperation vessel ´INTERMARES´

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

We thank #PRCM colleagues for all the hard and good work they´ve done in #FOMACO 2026. We sincerely appreciate your courtesy and attentiveness throughout our stay. We just can tell PRCM and the kind people of Mauritania: ! شكراً جزيلاً Merci beaucoup! Thank you! Muito obrigado! ... and best wishes!

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

#FOMACO REDUCE project delegation has been very active all these days, making presentations, working meetings and networking with key actors in the region to explore more and more diverse collaborations that, for sure, will enrich the final outcome of the project.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

She highlighted the high level of the conferences and the side events. The challenge of ocean sustainability requires scientific knowledge to make the best management decisions and to continue advancing in marine conservation as well as in sustainable and fair development in West Africa countries.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

#FOMACO 2026 has just finished today with the closing ceremony by SE. Messouda Baham Mohamed Laghdaf Minister of the Environment and Sustainable Development of Mauritania.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

#FOMACO Day 4.The Forum is finishing today and, before the Closing ceremony, the Plenary Leaders Conference has taken place under the title "Looking to the future: From commitment to large-scale impact for sustainable development in West Africa".

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Finally, all participants discussed the challenges and priorities, obstacles and Governance Gaps for MSP in their countries and the region, determining potential measures to adress those limitations.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Christian Adje (Institut de Recherches Halieutiques et Océanologiques) detailed the implementation process leading to the creation of special protection areas in Donaten and Bouche du Roy in Benin, as a case of success, noting the relevance of scientific data and Stakeholders Ecological Knowledge.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Moreover, Alimata Fofana from the MINEDDTE of Côte d’Ivoire highlighted the case of the Grand-Bassam area, with a management plan being developed. However, she noted the challenges to face, like governance, funding and definition of roles and responsibilities of different administrative bodies.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

This session represents a milestone collaboration between REDUCE and the UNESCO-IOC MSPglobal Programme. Joel Kamdoum, from UNESCO-IOC, has showed a global view of the activities developed to promote Marine Spatial Planning in the context of the Abidjan Convention setting in West Africa countries.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Our #REDUCE #FOMACO event on "Marine Spatial Planning in West Africa: Sharing Knowledge, Sharing Action", moderatated by Gill Ainsworth (USC) has been delivered this Wednesdaday, resulting in a productive session with good attendance of expert researchers and representatives from public institutions

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

They presented both the progress achieved and their perspectives on future advancements, offering a comprehensive overview of how electronic monitoring can be integrated into diverse fisheries management frameworks.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Their contributions highlighted EMS as a crucial step for the full automation of catch recording, including the systematic documentation of bycatch species. Then, officials from countries across the region shared insights into the current state of implementation within their national contexts.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

The second day of FOMACO concluded with our second Side Event: "Electronic Monitoring: opportunities for West Africa fisheries". Our colleagues from UC and DATAFISH showed the technical dimensions of electronic observation and outlined the ongoing development of electronic monitoring in fisheries.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We have had a fruitful session introducing the project REDUCE and actions being implemenmted. Thanks to all those attending the event and for the useful discussion on why #bycatch happens in West Africa waters, how fishers address it and how to advance in best practices and mitigation measures.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We are also having productive working meetings with technical staff and officials from fisheries departments of Senegal, Mauritania, Cabo Verde, Cote d´Ivoire and Benin. Capacity building on EMS and MSP and observers training are key topics being developed under the framework of REDUCE.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Second day of #FOMACO with lots of relevant sessions happening- REDUCE is delivering two Side Events today: SE19-Reducing marine megafauna bycatch: the collaborative approach of the REDUCE project in the East Central Atlantic and SE20-Electronic Monitoring opportunities for West African fisheries.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

One message arises from all ideas expressed by the speakers: sustainable and inclusive blue economy activities need a healthy global marine ecosystem. REDUCE provides research in bycatch to improve fisheries sustainability and advance towards resilient fishing.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

FOMACO is bringing together a dozen ministers from PRCM intervention countries, alongside experts, donors, and media representatives, making around 700 delegates taking part in this landmark event.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We are in #FOMACO 2026 to present the applied research being doing to analyse bycatch in EU fisheries in the region and co-design mitigation measures with key stakeholders, like the fishing industry and fisheries management institutions, as well a wide range of experts in different fields.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

The first day of the PRCM forum (#FOMACO 2026) has started today and REDUCE has been there, from the Opening ceremony by the Prime Minister of Mauritania, Mr. Mokhtar Ould Diay, until the diferent Side Events and Workshops.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

📢Expressions of Interest for nationals from West Africa countries working in fisheries and marine conservation to enrol in this amazing REDUCE Workshop on board the Spanish training vessel INTERMARES, at Port of Dakar (Senegal). 2-6 November 2026. More info on: reducebycatch.eu/seminars-wor...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Attention, please! Please note that the date for the REDUCE workshop on board the training vessel ´INTERMARES´ at the Port of Dakar has been changed. The 3/4-day workshop will be take place during the week of 2 – 6 November of 2026. Remind to visit the EOI on reducebycatch.eu/seminars-wor...

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Happening tomorrow, a new Joint Webinar on Fisheries Bycatch by Carlotta Mazzoldi (University of Padua) from LIFE PROMETHEUS covering “Survival rates of elasmobranch species: exploring post-capture release as a fishery management and conservation measure” . Free access on: shorturl.at/upGB7

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

This MoU also notes the deployment of the training and fisheries cooperation vessel Intermares in Senegal at the end of 2026. REDUCE is happy to say it will be participating in that campaign organising a Workshop focused on ETP bycacth monitoring and mitigation.

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REDUCE project @reduce-project.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Spain & Senegal strengthen their cooperation to progress in the sustainability of fishing activities in the region, highlighting the fight against IUU fishing and cooperation in scientific research of marine resources and training through joint campaigns and technical exchanges. shorturl.at/Eywyo

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