Commercial Fishing & Seafood Industry Contacts - Ireland

Government Contacts & Information Resources for
Commercial Fishing, Seafood, Aquaculture, Marine & Oceans in Eire (Ireland)

 

Europêche - Association of national organisations of fishing enterprises in the European Union.

 

European Commission - Fisheries - The Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) is the European Union's instrument for the management of fisheries and aquaculture. It was created to manage a common resource and to meet the obligation set in the original Treaties of the then European Community. Because fish are a natural and mobile resource they are considered as common property. In addition, the Treaties which created the Community stated that there should be a common policy in this area, that is, common rules adopted at EU level and implemented in all Member States.

 

European Association of Fish Producers’ Organisations (EAPO) - European Association of Fish Producers Organisations

 

Fishery and Aquaculture Country Profile for Eire - Ireland - aquatic species caught by country or area, by species items, by FAO major fishing areas, and year, for all commercial, industrial, recreational and subsistence purposes. The harvest from mariculture, aquaculture and other kinds of fish farming is also included.

 

Food Safety Authority of Ireland - Our mission is to protect consumers' health and consumers' interests by ensuring that food consumed, distributed, marketed or produced in the state meets the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

 

Department of Agriculture and Food - The department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food

 

Department of Communications, Marine and Natural Resources - Department of Communications, Marine and natural resources.

 

Bord Iascaigh Mhara - Irish Sea Fisheries Board. Developing Ireland's seafood resources. BIM is the Irish State agency with responsibility for developing the Irish Sea Fishing and Aquaculture industries. The aim of BIM is "To promote the sustainable development of the Irish seafood industry at sea and ashore and supports its diversification in the coastal regions so as to enhance the contribution of the sector to employment, income and welfare both regionally and nationally.

 

Marine Institute - The Marine Institute is the national agency responsible for Marine Research, Technology Development and Innovation (RTDI). We seek to assess and realise the economic potential of Ireland's 220 million acre marine resource; promote the sustainable development of marine industry  through strategic funding programmes and essential scientific services; and safeguard our marine environment through research and environmental monitoring.

 

Food and Drink Export Ireland - To ensure that such support is available to Irish companies, Food and Drink Export Ireland, the Food and Drink Division of the Irish Exporters Association (IEA), was created to provide the assistance that Irish food and drink companies require to enhance their business performance in the home market and to increase their sales abroad.

 

AquaTT is an international foundation which provides project management and training services to support the sustainable development of Europe's aquatic resources

 

Ocean Health Index Ireland - The Ocean Health Index is a valuable tool for the ongoing assessment of ocean health. By providing a means to advance comprehensive ocean policy and compare future progress, the Index can inform decisions about how to use or protect marine ecosystems. The Index is a collaborative effort, made possible through contributions from more than 65 scientists/ocean experts and partnerships between organizations including the National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, Sea Around Us, Conservation International, National Geographic, and the New England Aquarium. Information for Ireland

 

International Salmon Farmers Association - Aquaculture, or fish farming is centuries old. Salmon farming began in Norway approximately 40 years ago but it has become an economic driver and social mainstay of coastal and rural communities all over the world – in countries like Canada, the United States, Chile, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Iceland, Ireland and the Faroe Islands. Salmon farming currently employs thousands of people, generates billions of dollars into local economies and provides leadership and training opportunities for young people so that they can work and raise families in their home communities. Farmed salmon has also become a staple part of a healthy, nutritious and affordable diet for people of all ages.

 

Irish International Freight Association - The authoritative voice of the freight forwarding industry in Ireland. Operates annual training courses, leading to examinations for IATA and the FIATA Diploma in Freight Forwarding.

 

Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO) - The primary objective of the IMDO is to promote and develop the commercial maritime sectors in Ireland it aims to achieve this by promoting Ireland abroad as a highly competitive base for maritime and maritime related companies. The IMDO liases with export and market associations such as the Irish Exporters Association, International Ship Owners Associations, and many others to identify synergies and areas where mutual benefits can be achieved.

 

Federation of European Aquaculture Producers - The Federation of European Aquaculture Producers (FEAP) is an international organisation that is composed of the National Aquaculture Associations of European countries. The basic aims of the Federation are: * to develop and establish a common policy on questions relating to the production and the commercialisation of aquaculture species are reared professionally. * to make known to the appropriate authorities the common policies envisaged above.

 

International Association of Fish Inspectors - Fish, seafood and associated products that are safe, of acceptable quality and readily available for sale in the world's marketplaces. The International Association of Fish Inspectors (IAFI) is a new and growing organization serving the world fish inspection community. As stated in our Charter, IAFI exists to promote the exchange of ideas and information, foster interaction, understanding and professional collaboration among individuals, organizations, and governments, disseminate knowledge about fish, seafood, and associated products inspection, and promote advancement of the state-of-the-art in fish inspection research and education.

 

Irish Exporters Association - Export and Import Controls, Market Access Agreements, Export/Import Taxes & Duties, Packaging, Patents & Trademarks, Customs Documentation, Standards & Certification, Competitors, International Trading Conditions, EU Directives, Marking & Labeling of Goods, Certificates of Origin, Export of Trade Samples, National & International Linkages, Public Procurement, R&D Assistance.

 

The Fisheries Secretariat - The Fisheries Secretariat is a non-profit organisation dedicated to work towards more sustainable fisheries at an international level, with a focus on the European Union. The Fisheries Secretariat (FISH) is a non-profit organisation working towards sustainable fisheries in Europe with a strong focus on the Baltic Sea. Our long-term goal is healthy seas with thriving fish stocks and great diversity. At FISH, we work towards more sustainable fisheries through information, international co-operation, capacity building and lobbying. We have a particular mission to support and help other organisations, as well as the public, with information and knowledge.