Past Events

The joint MedReAct and FishSec event will highlight some of the challenges that need to be addressed in the future management of European eel, new research that may inform management decisions, and examples of best practices to support eel recovery.   At the GFCM Fish Forum in the Plenary Hall, 12-14 pm local time.

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• Improving eel Management in the Mediterranean
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Fish Forum 2024 will be held in Antalya, Turkey on 19-23 February 2024. "The GFCM Forum on Fisheries Science in the Mediterranean and the Black Sea (Fish Forum) is an interdisciplinary event that addresses a variety of key topics related to fisheries, including their interactions with the environment. It aims to promote discussions and cooperation among scientists and policymakers towards producing scientific advice and encompasses oceanographic, social science and economic perspectives on fisheries research."

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Study presentation on Increasing selectivity in EU fisheries- state of play and best practices, held during the Committee on Fisheries, Monday 19 February at 17:00pm.

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HELCOM FISH M eel, online, 13^th February 2024, 09:00-15:00 CET The focal item of the Session is to have a discussion on the migration routes and the key river systems. Should you be interested in observing this meeting, please contact HELCOM Secretariat via email at: petra.kaaria@helcom.fi  

The background for this dedicated session is based on the discussions held at the second informal consultation session of WG Fish (IC WG FISH 2-2023) which supported that the planning of the execution of work related to the BSAP Action B17 be included in a separate dedicated session of EG Fish-M focused on European eel, if possible, arranged jointly or with participation by other ongoing initiatives on eel. IC WG FISH 2-2023 also invited the Chair of EG Fish-M and the Secretariat to plan and arrange such a dedicated session.

The 14th Meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP14) is held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from 12 to 17 February 2024.

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06 February 29024, from 09:30-17:00. "This meeting will be an opportunity to discuss the latest developments regarding key policy files. Only members of the Advisory Councils are invited to take part in the meeting. We are happy to announce that the morning meeting will be fully devoted to an exchange of views with the Director General followed by a full afternoon to exchange on new Control Regulation. The meeting will be hybrid, giving the opportunity to AC Chairs and Vice-Chairs or members selected to represent the AC to be present in the room, and to all members to follow the meeting remotely."  

HELCOM FISH M Salmon, online, 30^th January 2024 09:00- 31^st January 2024 12:00 CET The focal item of the Session is to have a dedicated discussion on the need to update/revise HELCOM Recommendation 32-33/1, specifically targeting salmon as well as implementation of BSAP Action S50. Should you be interested in observing this meeting, please contact HELCOM Secretariat via email at: petra.kaaria@helcom.fi

BSAC Executive Committee

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We are excited to welcome delegates in-person and to offer the combination of a hybrid experience with a livestream to reach a large online audience, for the next edition of the UK's premier multi-disciplinary coastal and marine conference. This year we are in a new and exciting venue for Coastal Futures - the historic Royal Institution in Mayfair, London, the home of scientific discovery and with a rich tradition of innovation. The 2024 programme will include six sessions across two days, covering the major themes in the estuarine, coastal and marine sectors. With 400 delegates, speakers and chairs in attendance on each day of the event, and many hundreds online, this is a fantastic opportunity to interact with a wide range of practitioners and leaders in the field of coastal and marine management. See the Outline programme here. For more details see our website. Please note, in-person student tickets have now sold out, however there are plenty of student online places remaining for Livestream tickets Booking Conditions: Group booking discount of 10% available when 5 or more full-price in-person tickets are booked simultaneously; please contact diana.hunt@coastms.co.uk Rates include refreshments, food and the evening drinks reception Each place is for one named delegate only and may not be shared between delegates. Delegates will be required to register on each day they attend in person. Refunds for cancellations will only be issued up to midnight on Wednesday 13th December 2023 (less a £50 administration fee); named whole-ticket substitutes are permitted with notice to diana.hunt@coastms.co.uk by Friday 19th January 2024. Your name & contact details will be listed in the online conference page delegate lists, if you consented during registration. Details of our data protection policy are available here

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