Like the EARDF, the European Fisheries Fund (EFF), there are four priority axes:
measures for the adjustment of the fishing fleet;
aquaculture, processing and trade of fisheries and aquaculture products;
measures of collective interest;
sustainable development of coastal fishing zones.
Support will be provided for measures aimed at maximising the value added of catches and products, and focused in particular at making the greatest possible quantity of products fit for human consumption. This will target micro and small enterprise.
In relation to capacity, the proposals are aimed at giving the Community the means to speed up the elimination of surplus capacity and to oversee stock recovery or management plans and other emergency measures. The proposals also aim to strengthen support for the development and dissemination of fishing techniques that are more compatible with the marine environment and fishing resources, and for investment in selected fishing gear.
The BMW Regional OP will support complementary investment in research and innovation capacity including the marine and fisheries sectors, SME start-up and expansion including in coastal areas and renewable energy and broadband provision that will benefit peripheral and coastal communities.
