European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund Direct Management Grant
••••• Fund
A fund based in Belgium
This is a direct-management grants programme supporting innovative projects in sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, maritime policy, and ocean governance across the EU. Eligible applicants can access approximately €797 million in funding over 2021-2027 for projects advancing blue-economy sustainability and international ocean stewardship.
About this grant
The European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund Direct Management programme makes approximately €797 million available through calls over 2021–2027 for grants supporting innovation in sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, maritime policy and ocean governance. Projects must demonstrate innovation in blue-economy sustainability or ocean governance and align with sustainable fisheries or maritime policy objectives, whilst meeting EU environmental and maritime regulations. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, research institutions, universities, small and medium-sized enterprises, large companies, local authorities and consortia across the EU. Private-sector organisations may participate as consortium members. Projects at any stage of development are welcome. Assessment criteria prioritise alignment with programme objectives and the innovation potential of proposed work.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much funding does this grant offer?
- European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund Direct Management offers €797M.
- Who can apply for European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund Direct Management?
- Eligibility covers organisations in EU; nonprofit, research-institution, university, sme, large-company, local-authority, consortium. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.
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